My Favorite Italian Salad

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with "My Favorite Italian Salad" – a fresh, colorful medley that’s perfect for any occasion. Crisp Romaine lettuce forms the base, topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and tangy rings of pepperoncini peppers. Black olives, red onion, and croutons add delightful texture, while shaved Parmesan cheese provides a savory, creamy finish. Tossed gently in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and dried oregano, this Italian-inspired salad is bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a quick and healthy dish ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or as a vibrant side to your favorite Italian entrée.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Black olives
• 0.25 cup Pepperoncini peppers
• 0.25 cup Shaved Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Croutons
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice half of a small red onion and toss it into the bowl.

Step 5

Drain the black olives and slice them if desired. Add them to the mix.

Step 6

Slice the pepperoncini peppers into rings and toss them into the salad.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shaved Parmesan cheese and croutons on top of the salad.

Step 8

To make the dressing, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake until well emulsified.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss the salad gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, delicious Italian salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1298.6 grams (1298.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1057

Total Fat 80.50g	103%
Saturated Fat 16.40g	82%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 23mg	8%
Sodium 3608mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 71.60g	26%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 18.10g
Protein 26.70g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 733mg	56%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2144mg	46%

*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: 64.8%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 25.6%