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Italian Salad

Crunchy Italian Salad with Zesty Dressing for a Fresh Bite

This Italian Salad combines vibrant ingredients for a refreshing dish that's easy to prepare and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 265
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 head Iceberg Lettuce Substitute with romaine for added nutrition.
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Campari or any medium; choose ripe for best taste.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Can be replaced with zucchini for a twist.
  • 1 cup Croutons Make your own for extra flavor or use store-bought for convenience.
  • 0.5 cup Black Olives Sliced; substitute with green olives for a milder taste.
  • 0.25 medium Red Onion Sliced; soak in water for a milder flavor, if desired.
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Canola Oil Substitute with olive oil for a richer experience.
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar can provide a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
For the Finish
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with feta for a different flavor or omit for dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Medium serving bowl
  • Jar with lid for dressing
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the lettuce by tearing it into bite-sized pieces and placing it in a medium serving bowl.
  2. Add chopped tomatoes and sliced cucumber to the bowl, along with black olives and red onion; toss gently.
  3. Make the dressing by combining canola oil, red wine vinegar, cracked black pepper, and kosher salt in a jar; shake until emulsified.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and toss lightly again to distribute.
  6. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 460mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve fresh to maintain crunch; store dressing separately to keep salads crisp.

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