Loaded Italian Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
Loaded Italian Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the essence of Italy to your table. Bursting with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and tangy olives, this salad is dressed in a flavorful homemade red wine vinaigrette. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch, it’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy a bowl of sunshine and flavor that will impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash all vegetables. Chop mixed greens into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion rings, mozzarella balls, and olives.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving for an extra refreshing crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Swap in seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or add proteins such as grilled chicken or chickpeas for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; enjoy cold for best flavor.