Italian Salad Recipe
little gem lettuce + pepperonata + salami + red wine giardiniera vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Salad Base
Wash and dry the little gem lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Pepperonata
Add the pepperonata to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
- 3
Incorporate Salami
Cut the salami into strips or bite-sized pieces and add to the salad.
- 4
Make the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- 6
Add Giardiniera
Fold in the giardiniera for an extra crunch and flavor boost.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately as a refreshing side or a light meal.