Description
A vibrant medley of colorful ingredients, perfect for a starter or light meal, bringing the flavors of Italy to your table.
Ingredients
- Mixed Greens (arugula, romaine, spinach)
- Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- Cured Meats (salami, prosciutto)
- Cheese (mozzarella pearls or provolone)
- Olives (mix of green and black)
- Peppers (roasted bell peppers)
- Artichoke Hearts (marinated or canned)
- Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Fresh Herbs (basil or oregano)
Instructions
- Prep your greens: Wash the mixed greens in cold water and spin them dry.
- Chop your vegetables: Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Tear that mozzarella: Drain and toss in mozzarella balls or chunk larger blocks.
- Prep the meats: Slice your cured meats into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- Mix it up: Combine your greens, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, meat, cheese, and artichokes in a large bowl.
- Dress it right: Whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar, adding garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Toss and serve: Drizzle dressing over the salad, gently toss, and serve.
Notes
Make your dressing in advance to enhance flavors. This salad is better after sitting for about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Antipasto Salad, Italian Salad, Salad Recipe, Healthy Salad