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Italian Grinder Salad

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Experience the Italian grinder salad, a vibrant medley of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, and colorful bell peppers, all tossed in zesty Italian dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or simply as a light meal. With its explosion of flavors and beautiful presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a family favorite!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce (about 1 head)
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
  2. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  3. Dice the cucumber and bell peppers into small chunks.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow flavor.
  5. In a large bowl, combine all chopped veggies.
  6. Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss gently to combine.
  7. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: N/A
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg