Big Classic Italian Salad
Enjoy a refreshing Big Classic Italian Salad, loaded with flavors and perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Measuring Cup
- Mason jar
Ingredients
Italian Dressing
- ½ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoon white vinegar, rice vinegar, or lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
For the Salad
- 14 to 16 ounces romaine leaf lettuce, chopped roughly one large head or two packages of pre-cut romaine lettuce
- 1 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 cup pepperoncinis
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups salami, cut into strips
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 6 ounces grated parmesan cheese to taste (about ½ to 1 cup of grated parm)
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the ingredients for the salad dressing to a small bowl or measuring cup and mix well to combine. Set aside until ready to use, and stir well just before using.
- Chop the romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Add all of the salad ingredients to a very large bowl or large serving bowl. Note: this salad recipe makes a huge salad so if you don’t have a large mixing bowl, use two bowls.
- Drizzle your desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Save any extra salad dressing in a mason jar for up to 2 weeks. Taste the salad for flavor and add more parmesan cheese and/or dressing to your personal taste. You can also add more of any of the ingredients for extra flavor.
- Serve Italian salad with your main dish and enjoy!
Notes
This salad is huge, adjust the serving size according to your needs. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 9gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 963mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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