Description
A fresh and tangy Italian dressing perfect for salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Romaine heart, chopped (3 cups)
- 5 cups leafy lettuce
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- 1 English cucumber, peeled and chopped (2 cups)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup ripe green olives, halved
- 1/2 cup jarred sliced pepperoncini
- 1/4 cup Parmesan shavings or shreds, plus more to serve
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Make the Homemade Italian Dressing.
- Chop romaine and lettuce.
- Thinly slice the shallot.
- Peel and chop cucumber.
- Slice tomatoes and olives in half.
- Mix together all the ingredients for the salad, including the dressing, and toss to combine.
- If making in advance, refrigerate the components separately; bring the dressing to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- This dressing is versatile and can be used for various salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup