Fresh Italian Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, this Fresh Italian Salad is a delicious celebration of Mediterranean simplicity. Crisp romaine lettuce and peppery arugula form the base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber, and sweet red onion add delightful texture and color. Creamy fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) and aromatic basil leaves elevate the dish with authentic Italian flair. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this salad is perfectly balanced and irresistibly refreshing. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal side dish or a light main course for any occasion. Whether you're preparing a quick weekday meal or hosting a dinner party, this easy and elegant Italian salad is sure to impress! Keywords: Fresh Italian Salad, Mediterranean salad, mozzarella salad, Italian dressing, quick salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 100 grams Arugula
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 200 grams Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
• 10 grams Fresh basil leaves
• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and arugula. Tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place both greens in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes, depending on their size. Add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Cut the rounds in half to create half-moons and add them to the salad.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and add them to the salad. If the mozzarella balls are larger, cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Chop or tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the salad.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1482.6 grams (1482.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1252

Total Fat 95.10g	122%
Saturated Fat 29.80g	149%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 1874mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 61.10g	22%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 35.80g
Protein 50.90g	102%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1194mg	92%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 2662mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.6%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 18.7%