House Salad

The Everyday Italian Favorite
The House Salad is a perfect starter or light side, combining fresh romaine and mixed greens with tomatoes, red onions, pepperoncini, and crunchy croutons. Tossed in our signature Italian dressing, it’s flavorful enough to stand alone yet versatile enough to pair with any entrée.

Balanced, refreshing, and never boring, the House Salad is a go-to choice whether you want something light before your pasta, a side with your steak, or a crisp complement to seafood.

What’s Inside

• Fresh mixed greens
• Ripe tomatoes
• Red onions
• Pepperoncini
• Crunchy croutons
• Italian vinaigrette dressing

Allergen Information

Contains:

• Wheat (croutons)
• Dairy (cheese, if added)
• Eggs (in dressing)
• Possible soy (in vinaigrette)

Nutrition Facts (Approximate, Full Salad)

• Calories: 1040
• Protein: ~15g
• Fat: ~75g
• Carbs: ~65g
• Sodium: Moderate

 Recommended Pairings

• Tuscan-Grilled Filet: Crisp salad with a tender, juicy steak
• Shrimp & Scallop Linguine alla Vodka: Fresh balance to creamy pasta
• Peach Sangria Pitcher: Light, fruity refreshment with the salad’s zest

How to Order

Enjoy your House Salad your way:

• Add as a starter or entrée salad for dine-in
• Customize through online ordering or app for takeout
• Enhance with a protein add-on like chicken, shrimp, or salmon

Final Bite: Simple, Fresh, and Flavorful

The House Salad is a classic Italian-inspired choice that’s crisp, refreshing, and endlessly versatile. Explore more by visiting the official Carrabba’s Italian Grill Menu.

Why the House Salad Is the Everyday Italian Favorite

The everyday Italian favorite. The House Salad is a perfect starter or light side, combining fresh romaine and mixed greens with tomatoes, red onions, pepperoncini, crunchy croutons, and Italian vinaigrette dressing. Balanced, refreshing, and never boring, it is a go-to choice whether you want something light before a big entree or a fresh side alongside it.

The house salad is the backbone of any good Italian restaurant menu. It should be crisp, bright, and reliable, and this one delivers with a classic mix of greens, vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette. It is a classic Italian-inspired choice that is crisp, refreshing, and endlessly versatile.

Flavor and Ingredient Highlights

The build is straightforward and satisfying: fresh mixed greens and romaine as the base, ripe tomatoes and red onions for sweetness and bite, pepperoncini for a mild pickled heat, crunchy croutons for texture, and Italian vinaigrette dressing to tie it together. The pepperoncini is the signature touch, giving this salad a distinctive tang that sets it apart from a plain garden salad.

The recommended pairings show its range: with the Tuscan-Grilled Filet, the crisp salad balances a tender, juicy steak; with Shrimp and Scallop Linguine alla Vodka, it offers fresh balance to creamy pasta; and with the Peach Sangria Pitcher, the light, fruity refreshment complements the salad’s zest. Allergen-wise, it contains wheat (croutons), dairy if cheese is added, eggs in the dressing, and possible soy in the vinaigrette.

Nutrition Context

The House Salad is listed at approximately 1040 calories for the full salad, with about 15 grams of protein, 75 grams of fat, and 65 grams of carbohydrates, and sodium rated moderate. For a salad, these numbers reflect the croutons, dressing, and any added cheese.

The 75 grams of fat come primarily from the vinaigrette and croutons. Diners wanting a lighter version can ask for dressing on the side or skip the croutons. Sodium is moderate, which is reasonable for a dressed salad.

Ordering Tips

Add the House Salad as a starter or entree salad for dine-in. It can be customized through online ordering or the app for takeout, and you can enhance it with a protein add-on like chicken, shrimp, or salmon. Prices vary by location, so check your local menu.

The protein add-on is the key to turning this into a full meal. Grilled chicken keeps it classic, shrimp adds a seafood twist, and salmon makes it heartier. For the freshest crunch, enjoy it soon after it is served.

FAQs

What is in the House Salad? Fresh mixed greens and romaine with tomatoes, red onions, pepperoncini, crunchy croutons, and Italian vinaigrette dressing.

How many calories does it have? Approximately 1040 calories for the full salad, with about 15g protein, 75g fat, and 65g carbohydrates.

Can I add protein? Yes, enhance it with a protein add-on like chicken, shrimp, or salmon.

Does it contain allergens? It contains wheat, and may contain dairy, eggs, and soy.

Is it available for takeout? Yes, customize through online ordering or the app for takeout.

What makes it different from a garden salad? The pepperoncini and Italian vinaigrette give it a distinctive tangy character.

What pairs well with it? The Tuscan-Grilled Filet, Shrimp and Scallop Linguine alla Vodka, and the Peach Sangria Pitcher are the recommended pairings.