Description
A cozy Italian salad offering both a light version and a hearty carb-lovers delight, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Hearts of Romaine, Shredded
- 1/2 lb of Salami, Sliced and Cut into Squares
- 1/2 lb of Provolone, Sliced and Cut into Squares
- 8 oz Package of Marinated Mini Fresh Mozzarella Balls
- 1 Cucumber, Sliced Thin
- 1 Red Pepper, Sliced into Strips
- 1 C of Mild Pepper Rings
- 1 White Onion, Sliced into Strips
- 1 T Black Pepper
- 1 T Dried Basil
- 1 C of Parmesan, Cubed
- 1/2 lb Pepperoni, Diced
- 1 C Red Wine Vinegar
- 1/2 C Olive Oil
- 1 T Garlic Powder
- 1 T Dried Basil
- 1 T Brown Sugar (or a natural sweetener)
- 2 t Kosher Salt
- Optional: 1 bag of cooked and cooled tri-colored tortellini
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the shredded romaine lettuce as the salad base.
- Top the lettuce with the sliced peppers, salami, provolone, marinated mozzarella, cucumbers, onions, pepper rings, and cubed Parmesan.
- Drizzle lightly with salt and oregano, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or overnight to meld flavors.
- In a separate bowl, combine all dressing ingredients and whisk until well blended; chill overnight for best flavor.
- When ready to serve, toss the salad with the dressing or serve the dressing on the side for guests to add as desired.
Notes
Ideal for prepping a day in advance for the best flavor. Feel free to swap ingredients based on preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg