Copycat olive garden salad

Indulge in the delightful flavors of a copycat Olive Garden salad at home. Fresh ingredients bursting with savory goodness in every bite.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• 1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ¾ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 garlic clove, smashed
• 30g Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/4 cup)
• 2 (5-oz.) pkg. American salad mix
• ¾ cup pitted black olives
• ¾ cup pickled pepperoncini
• ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
• 2 plum tomatoes, sliced
• 1 (4.5-oz.) pkg. large seasoned croutons

Instructions:

1. Mix together oil, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan in a food processor until well blended.
2. In a big bowl, toss together salad greens, olives, pepperoncini, onion, tomatoes, and croutons. Pour dressing over the salad and mix well. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Summary:

• Calories: 1707 kcal
• Fat: 117 g
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 134 g
• Potassium: 1343 mg
• Magnesium: 134 mg