Trattoria Salad

Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant and classic Trattoria Salad—a Mediterranean-inspired medley of crisp romaine lettuce, slightly bitter radicchio, and fresh, colorful vegetables like juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and zesty red onion. Enhanced with briny Kalamata olives, tender artichoke hearts, and a sprinkle of shaved Parmesan, this salad delivers a perfect balance of bold flavors and textures. A simple yet flavorful homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and oregano ties it all together for a truly authentic Italian experience. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, satisfying main course. Ideal for fans of Mediterranean cuisine, this easy-to-make Trattoria Salad is a must-try for weeknight dinners or as an elegant addition to your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 small head Radicchio
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup Artichoke hearts (marinated)
• 0.5 cup Fresh parmesan cheese (shaved)
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Croutons (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and radicchio. Tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and thinly slice the radicchio. Add them to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and quarter them if desired. Thinly slice the red onion. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion to the bowl.

Step 3

Drain and slice the Kalamata olives if necessary. Cut the marinated artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces. Add the olives and artichokes to the salad.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Top the salad with shaved parmesan cheese and croutons if using.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a side salad or a light main dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1853.8 grams (1853.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2197

Total Fat 146.30g	188%
Saturated Fat 35.90g	180%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 86mg	28%
Sodium 6283mg	273%
Total Carbohydrate 162.60g	59%
Dietary Fiber 30.10g	108%
Total Sugars 20.80g
Protein 70.30g	141%

Vitamin D 26IU	128%
Calcium 2002mg	154%
Iron 17mg	97%
Potassium 3155mg	67%

*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: 58.6%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 28.9%