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A fresh Italian garden salad in a large bowl with romaine, tomatoes, and parmesan cheese.
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Quick and Easy Italian Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup English cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion , thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 4 -6 pepperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup crouton s
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  • Wash, dry, and chop the Romaine lettuce and place in a large salad bowl.
  • Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, red onion, and black olives to the bowl.
  • Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
  • Top the salad with pepperoncini peppers, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons immediately before serving.