Description

A classic Southern favorite inspired by Augusta’s iconic Green Jacket Restaurant, this crisp and refreshing Green Jacket Salad features tangy homemade dressing, crunchy pita chips, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for spring gatherings or as a simple, delicious side dish!

Ingredients

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For the Green Jacket Salad Dressing:

3 Tbsp regular oil (or olive oil)
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tsp seasoned salt
1 tsp dried oregano

For the Green Jacket Salad:

1 head lettuce, chopped (or 2 hearts of romaine, chopped)
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped (or 1 large tomato)
½ cup green onions, chopped (about 1 bunch)
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup pita chips, crumbled
Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together oil, red wine vinegar, seasoned salt, and dried oregano. Set aside.
Assemble the Salad: Combine the chopped lettuce, parsley, tomatoes, and green onions in a large serving bowl.
Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and top with crumbled pita chips. Season with black pepper to taste.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

To make this recipe gluten-free, replace pita chips with gluten-free croutons or omit entirely.
For meal prep, store the dressing and salad components separately. Assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
Olive oil can be used in place of regular oil for a richer flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Tossed
Cuisine: Southern-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 179 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 1302 mg
Fat: 13 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 0g
Fiber: 13 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 2 mg

Keywords: Green Jacket Salad, Augusta salad, Southern salad, homemade salad dressing, pita chip salad, Masters salad recipe