Insalata nizzarda

salami

🥗Healthier: turkey salami

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey salami is lower in fat while ham is often less expensive.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Feta offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories, while cheddar is commonly available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Dice the cucumber and bell pepper.

Thinly slice the red onion.

Slice the black olives in half.

Cube the mozzarella cheese and salami.

In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, olives, mozzarella, and salami.

Drizzle olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad.

Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Toss the salad gently until all ingredients are well coated.

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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