Quick Italian Salad With a Creamy Dressing(Pioneer Woman)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Quick Italian Salad With a Creamy Dressing by Pioneer Woman
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Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese ( pre-grated in a pack or grate it yourself )
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley ( if I have a little fresh basil , I throw that in too )
1 tablespoon sugar ( I like to use honey )
1 tablespoon vinegar ( red wine vinegar is good )
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove , pressed
1 lemon , juice of
1 head romaine lettuce , roughly chopped
1/2 head iceberg lettuce , chunked ( I like to use baby greens instead )
5 -6 whole pepperoncini peppers ( Ree left them whole , but you can use sliced )
1/2 cup black olives
1/2 cup whole cherry tomatoes
1/2 small red onion , very thinly sliced into circles
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
417
Sugar
6g
Fat
44g
This Quick Italian Salad With a Creamy Dressing is a delicious way to enjoy a variety of greens and vegetables. The combination of romaine lettuce, baby greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion provides a flavorful, colorful base for the salad. The dressing is creamy and tangy, with a touch of sweetness from the honey or sugar. It's a perfect salad to serve as a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner. Pioneer Woman never disappoints when it comes to simple yet tasty recipes, and this salad is no exception.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, minced parsley, honey, red wine vinegar, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
2.Add the pressed garlic and lemon juice and whisk until combined.
3.In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce or baby greens, pepperoncini peppers, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
4.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
5.Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the salad and serve immediately.

PROS

This salad is quick and easy to make and it’s packed with bold flavors.

It’s a great way to get a variety of healthy greens and vegetables in your diet.

CONS

The dressing is high in calories and fat due to the mayonnaise and olive oil.

If you’re watching your calorie intake, it’s best to use the dressing sparingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
The various greens and vegetables also provide fiber, which is important for digestive health and may reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.

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