Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPia's TrattoriaHouse Side Salad Recipe

House Side Salad Recipe

Inspired by Pia's Trattoria
Time15m
Serves4

Small Bowl of Romaine, Arugula, Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers and Red Onion.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Dressing (optional)

Method

Preparation of Salad

  1. 1

    Prepare Romaine and Arugula

    Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and arugula thoroughly. Tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place both greens in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Prepare Vegetables

    Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Peel and shred the carrots. Wash and dice the cucumber. Thinly slice the red onion.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion to the bowl with the romaine and arugula. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

Dressing (optional)

  1. 4

    Mix Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly. Serve immediately.

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