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Italian Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, the Italian salad is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and cheeses, often enjoyed as a side dish or light meal. It embodies the Italian philosophy of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create flavorful dishes. Today, variations of this salad are popular worldwide, often adapted to local tastes and available ingredients.

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4 servings
Servings4
1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
1 small head radicchio, chopped (optional)
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini (optional)
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup croutons (or canned chickpeas)
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 minced garlic clove)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1

To prepare the dressing, add the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to a mason jar with a lid. Stir or shake very well, until the dressing looks well mixed. Set it aside as you assemble the salad.

2

To prepare the salad, add the chopped romaine, radicchio (if using), red onion, tomatoes, pepperonchi, and Parmesan to a large bowl. Add a generous drizzle of dressing, and toss well to combine.

3

Taste the salad and add more dressing, to taste. You might not use all of the dressing, and in that case you can save it in the fridge for a future salad. Add the croutons shortly before serving, so they won't get soggy. (Or use chickpeas for a protein-rich swap.) Serve the salad right away for the best taste and texture.

4

Leftover veggies and dressing can be stored separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. I don't recommend storing the salad for too long after adding the dressing, as the lettuce will become soggy quickly. (So will the croutons!)

Equipment Needed

mason jar

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milk

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