Pasta House Salad
The Pasta House Salad is a crisp, flavorful mix of fresh greens, veggies, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a perfect side dish or light meal. Topped with Parmesan and optional croutons for extra crunch
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup red cabbage shredded
- 1 cup iceberg lettuce chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots julienned
- 1/2 cup artichoke hearts chopped
- 1/4 cup pimentos drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 cup croutons optional
For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
Prepare the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, artichoke hearts, pimentos, and red onion.
- Toss well to mix the ingredients evenly.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic until well combined.
Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and add croutons if desired.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add croutons or toasted nuts.
- Swap out the dressing for a lighter vinaigrette if preferred.
- Best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg