Italian salad

 

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🥗 Classic Italian Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

• ½ cucumber (sliced thin)

• ¼ red onion (thinly sliced)

• ½ cup black olives (pitted)

• ¼ cup pepperoncini (optional, for a tangy kick)

• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

• Croutons (optional)

For the Dressing:

• ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 garlic clove (minced)

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• Salt & black pepper to taste

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Veggies: In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and pepperoncini.

2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

4. Add Toppings: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and croutons if desired.

5. Serve Fresh: Enjoy immediately as a side dish or a light meal