Everyday Italian Salad

A quick and easy Everyday Italian Salad recipe tossed with an Italian vinaigrette, perfect as a side or main dish.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Course Salad

Cuisine Italian

Servings servings

Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

bowl
mason jar

Ingredients

Italian Salad Ingredients

5 ounces mixed spring greens (or whatever greens you prefer)
0.5 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/)
0.5 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
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
0.25 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
1 small clove garlic pressed or minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)

Instructions

Vinaigrette Preparation

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.

Salad Preparation

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

This salad can easily double as a side salad or main dish. See notes above for possible ingredient variations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1saladCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

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