The secrets of The Columbia Restaurant’s Original 1905 Salad, the most popular salad in Florida

Swiss cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner and tuna is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers health benefits, while white vinegar is economical.

Chop romaine and iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

Dice tomatoes and green bell pepper.

Slice red onion thinly.

Pit and slice black olives.

Cut Swiss cheese and ham into small cubes.

Peel and devein shrimp if using fresh.

In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, green bell pepper, red onion, black olives, cheese, ham, and shrimp.

In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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