Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup salami or pepperoni, sliced into strips or cubes
- 1/2 cup diced ham or grilled chicken (optional)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini
- 1/4 cup black olives or Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup provolone or mozzarella cheese, cubed or shredded
- 1/4 cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil (for dressing)
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar (for dressing)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for dressing)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (for dressing)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (for dressing)
- Salt and black pepper to taste (for dressing)
- Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or sugar (for dressing)
Instructions
- Wash and chop all salad ingredients and place in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss well to combine.
- Top with shaved Parmesan and extra pepperoncini if desired.
Notes
- Add chickpeas or cooked pasta for a heartier version.
- Use grilled artichokes, roasted red peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes for Mediterranean flavor.
- Mix in mayo or Greek yogurt for a creamy dressing variation.
- Store salad components and dressing separately for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
