Everyday Italian Salad
A quick and easy Everyday Italian Salad tossed with Italian vinaigrette, perfect as a side salad or main dish.
Equipment
- bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
Italian Salad Ingredients
- 5 ounces mixed spring greens (or whatever greens you prefer)
- ½ small red onion peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups croutons [homemade or store-bought](https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/how-to-make-homemade-croutons/)
- ½ cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for topping
- ⅓ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
Italian Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
- 1 small clove garlic pressed or minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
Instructions
Instructions
- To Make The Vinaigrette: Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl (or shake together in a mason jar) until combined. Taste and add additional sweetener if desired. Use immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
- To Make The Salad: Combine all ingredients in a large salad bowl, drizzle evenly with the vinaigrette, and toss until evenly combined. Serve sprinkled with extra Parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Notes
See notes above for possible ingredient variations.
Nutrition
Serving: 1saladCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg
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