Description
A vibrant Italian Grinder Salad featuring crunchy romaine, savory cured meats, tangy olives, and fresh herbs, perfect for summer picnics and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 4 oz salami, sliced
- 4 oz capicola, sliced
- 4 oz Pecorino Romano or provolone cheese, shaved
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup black olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- Slice the tomatoes and chop the red onion; add them to the bowl with the romaine.
- Layer in the slices of salami and capicola, followed by shavings of cheese.
- Add the olive medley and sliced pepperoncini to the mixture.
- Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately or let chill for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Adjust the dressing to taste for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Italian salad, summer salad, grinder salad