Delicious 1905 Cuban Salad (Low Carb - KETO Friendly)

black olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: green olives

Kalamata olives add a different flavor profile while green olives are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits with a higher smoke point.

citrus juice

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a tangy alternative that is often more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs provide flavor but are less vibrant than fresh.

Wash the iceberg lettuce and remove the outer leaves.

Chop the iceberg lettuce into strips and place it in a large bowl.

Chop 2 Roma tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Add about 3/4 cup of chopped red onion to the salad.

Cut baked honey ham into strips or cubes and add to the salad.

Slice Swiss cheese into strips and add to the salad.

Add about 1/2 cup of Spanish olives to the mixture.

In a separate container, combine 1/8 cup of white wine vinegar and 1/2 cup of extra virgin Spanish olive oil to make the dressing.

Add minced garlic to the dressing and mix well.

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