Big Italian Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Big Italian Salad
30 min.
6
211kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Italy with our Big Italian Salad, a delightful gluten-free dish that’s perfect for any occasion! Ready in just 30 minutes, this refreshing salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritional powerhouse, boasting only 211 calories per serving. Whether served as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack, it's sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine a colorful medley of crisp iceberg and romaine lettuce, zesty cherry tomatoes, and the unique crunch of radicchio, all brought together with flavorful green olives and the perfect kick from peperoncini. Each bite is elevated with a rich dressing made of creamy mayonnaise, fragrant garlic, tangy red wine vinegar, and luscious extra-virgin olive oil, seasoned to perfection with oregano and freshly ground pepper. The finishing touch? A generous shower of shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese that adds a savory depth to this already delightful dish.

This Big Italian Salad isn’t just about great taste—it's a testament to the simplicity and freshness of Italian cuisine. It’s versatile enough to be served at summer barbecues, festive gatherings, or as a light meal any day of the week. Embrace the art of salad making with this enticing recipe that celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Italy while pleasing a variety of palates. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • rib tender celery thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes 
  •  garlic clove smashed
  • 0.3 cup olives green pitted
  • 0.3 head iceberg lettuce coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese shaved
  •  peperoncini 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • head of radicchio cored coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 small onion red thinly sliced
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • large romaine heart chopped
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mash the garlic to a paste with a generous pinch of salt.
  2. Whisk in the mayonnaise, vinegar and oregano, then whisk in the olive oil. Season with pepper.
  3. Add all of the remaining ingredients and toss well.
  4. Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories211kcal
Protein13.89%
Fat74.76%
Carbs11.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.17
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
12.687391275945%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
59.26mg
Delphinidin
3.58mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
17.78mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
17.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:211.37kcal
10.57%
Fat:17.91g
27.56%
Saturated Fat:4.69g
29.3%
Carbohydrates:6.12g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:4.34g
1.58%
Sugar:1.94g
2.16%
Cholesterol:13.29mg
4.43%
Sodium:595.38mg
25.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.49g
14.98%
Vitamin K:145.49µg
138.56%
Vitamin C:19.27mg
23.36%
Calcium:225.01mg
22.5%
Vitamin E:3mg
19.98%
Vitamin A:797.52IU
15.95%
Phosphorus:153.44mg
15.34%
Folate:50.14µg
12.53%
Copper:0.21mg
10.5%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.7%
Potassium:285.29mg
8.15%
Fiber:1.78g
7.11%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.68%
Selenium:4.6µg
6.57%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.88%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.44%
Magnesium:21.56mg
5.39%
Iron:0.9mg
4.98%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.43%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.27%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.06%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.37%