The Green Jacket Salad is a fresh, tangy salad inspired by the beloved Green Jacket Restaurant in Augusta, Georgia. Crisp romaine and leaf lettuce are tossed with tomatoes, crunchy pita chips, and a simple herb vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, herbs, and green onions.

A fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, croutons, and shaved parmesan is served on a plate shaped like Georgia. The plate rests on a blue-green cloth, accompanied by a small wooden board holding more parmesan and pita chips sprinkled with canned cowboy candy for an added kick. this for later
This Green Jacket Salad combines crisp lettuce, tomatoes, crunchy pita chips, and a tangy herb vinaigrette inspired by the classic Augusta restaurant recipe.
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This easy salad takes only about 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect for Masters watch parties, potlucks, or an easy dinner side. Even though the restaurant is no longer open, this copycat recipe keeps a little piece of Augusta tradition alive.

Where Did The Green Jacket Salad Originate?

Growing up in Augusta, it was always a special treat to dine at Augusta’s Green Jacket Restaurant, located across the street from the main gate of the Augusta National Golf Club. The “Jacket,” locals lovingly called the restaurant, was a master at cooking steaks. (no pun intended). However, the Green Jacket Salad they served has lived on even though the restaurant is no longer in business.

As a kid, I also loved that the menu was shaped like a golf bag filled with clubs. It felt like part of the Masters experience.

Even though the restaurant is no longer open, this salad still brings back those memories. The Green Jacket Salad reflects the rich culinary traditions associated with the Masters Tournament and Augusta. To delve deeper into these traditions, explore the History of Masters Golf Tournament Concession Stand Food and discover how simple yet iconic dishes have become integral to the Masters experience.

the green jacket salad on the menu of the green jacket resturant

Ingredients Needed To Make Green Jacket Salad and Dressing

Here’s a quick overview of the key ingredients for a Green Jacket Salad and Dressing. For the full list of ingredients and exact measurements, be sure to check the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Ingredients for a salad on a yellow background: romaine lettuce on a plate, cherry tomato, green onions, fresh parsley, and Parmesan flakes. Croutons rest nearby on a wooden board beside bowls of olive oil, vinaigrette, garlic powder, pepper, and a touch of cowboy candy for added zest.

Green Jacket Salad Ingredients

  • Lettuce: The Green Jacket restaurant served their salad with various lettuce leaves. I like to use Romain and leaf lettuce. 
  • Tomatoes: I suggest using diced Roma tomatoes or red cherry tomatoes for your salad. 
  • Pita Chips: The Green Jacket used pita chips instead of croutons in their salad. I believe they baked their own pita chips years ago; however, now it is easy to find bagged baked pita chips at your local grocery.
  • Parmesan Cheese: It’s best to use a good quality parmesan and grate it just before serving, instead of the pre-shredded bag type.

Green Jacket Salad Dressing Ingredients

  • Olive Oil: Be sure to use high-quality extra virgin olive oil. You do not want a heavy, greasy salad dressing.
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • Season Salt: You can use Lawry’s season salt.
  • Oregano: Only use dried oregano.
  • Parsley:  When making the dressing, use fresh, finely chopped parsley. If you use dried, it does not taste quite as good.
  • Green Onions: Diced very small using the white and green parts of the onion.

How To Make The Green Jacket Salad Recipe

Making this salad is quick and easy, perfect for busy days or entertaining guests.

Prep Ingredients For Green Jacket Dressing

Wash and chop fresh parsley. You could also use kitchen scissors to cut the parsley. Place it into a pint-sized glass jar.

Wash the onions and trim off the roots. Dice the white and green parts of the onion. Add to jar.

Pour olive oil, red wine vinegar, seasoned salt, and dried oregano into the jar.

Chopped cilantro and green onions rest on a white cutting board, ideal for preparing a canned cowboy candy recipe. Red-handled scissors lie nearby, ready for action. The backdrop is a textured yellow surface, adding vibrant contrast to this culinary scene.
Chopped cilantro and green onions rest on a cutting board beside a small container of red sauce, hinting at a canned cowboy candy recipe. Below, two white bowls brim with dried herbs and a seasoning mix, all set against a vibrant yellow background.

Mix Salad Dressing

Screw on a tight-fitting lid. Shake until all ingredients are combined. Allow setting for 20 minutes so the flavors infuse.

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  • Combine the Romaine lettuce and green leaf lettuce in a large bowl.
  • Top with crumbled pita chips and diced tomatoes.
  • Drizzle with Green Jacket dressing and toss.
  • Top with fresh parmesan cheese.

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Masters Party Menu Ideas

If you are hosting a Masters viewing party, this Green Jacket Salad pairs perfectly with other classic Augusta-inspired foods. Create a full Masters Party Food Menu with these make-at-home recipes and then set the vibe with fun golf-themed party decor.

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Bring a Little Augusta to Your Table

Serve this salad at your next Masters watch party or spring gathering and enjoy bringing a little taste of Augusta to your table.

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A salad with chopped lettuce, tomatoes, croutons, and shaved parmesan is served on a Georgia-shaped ceramic plate. It rests on a blue and white cloth, with canned cowboy candy nearby for added zest and some pita chips within reach.
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Gina Dickson

Original Green Jacket Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Green Jacket Salad is a crisp lettuce salad inspired by the famous Green Jacket Restaurant in Augusta, Georgia. Fresh greens, tomatoes, crunchy pita chips, and a tangy herb vinaigrette make this simple salad a Masters favorite.
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Ingredients
 

Green Jacket Salad

  • 3 cups Romaine lettuce, washed and torn into biz-size pieces
  • 3 cups leaf lettuce, washed and torn into biz-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, washed and diced into nickel size pieces
  • 1/2 cup pita chips, broken into bite-size pieces ( I like to use Stacy's chips)
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated to topping

Green Jacket Salad Dressing

  • 4 teaspoons parsley, fresh, finely chopped
  • 4 green onions, finly sliced from the white part all the way up to the top of the green
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon season salt, I like Lawrys for this recipe
  • 2 teaspoon oregano, dried

Instructions
 

Dressing

  • Wash and chop fresh parsley. You could also use kitchen scissors to cut the parsley. Place it into a pint-size glass jar.
    4 teaspoons parsley
  • Wash the onions and trim off the roots. Dice the white and green parts of the onion. Add to jar.
    4 green onions
  • Pour olive oil, red wine vinegar, season salt, and dried oregano into the jar.
    4 teaspoons parsley, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon season salt, 2 teaspoon oregano
  • Screw on a tight-fitting lid. Shake until all ingredients are combined. Allow setting for about an hour so the flavors infuse.

Salad

  • Wash and tear lettuce into bite-size pieces. Place in a large serving bowl
    3 cups Romaine lettuce, 3 cups leaf lettuce
  • Wash and dice tomatoes into nickel size pieces. Toss them into the serving bowl.
    1/2 cup tomatoes
  • Shake dressing in jar and then pour over the salad. Toss to coat the lettuce.
  • Crumble the pita chips into bite sized pieces and toss them into the salad to coat the chips.
    1/2 cup pita chips
  • Garnish with fresh grated parmesan.
    1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Gina’s Notes and Tips

Make Ahead: The vinaigrette dressing can be made up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Allow it to come to room temperature and shake well before tossing with the salad. For best texture, assemble the salad just before serving so the pita chips stay crisp.
Storage: Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Keep in mind the pita chips will soften once dressed. If possible, store the dressing separately and add pita chips right before serving.
Authentic Flavor Tip: A mix of romaine and leaf lettuce gives the best texture and most closely matches the salad served at the original Green Jacket Restaurant in Augusta.

Equipment

OXO Salad Dressing Shaker
OXO Salad Dressing Shaker
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 187kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Trans Fat: 0.003g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 735mg, Potassium: 235mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 4993IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 121mg, Iron: 2mg
Cuisine: American
Course: Side
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