Italian Salad

This is a favorite salad that is reminiscent of Olive Garden (in a good way). Lettuce, tomatoes, peppers and olives tossed with a flavor packed vinaigrette and parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning

• 1/2 cup Nocellara del Belice Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• 1/4 cup Italian Red Wine Vinegar

• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

• 1 lemon, juiced

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

• 1 teaspoon honey

• 1 tablespoon mayo

• 3 hearts of romaine, chopped

• 2 roma tomatoes, sliced

• 1/2 cup pepperoncini, sliced

• 1/2 cup kalamata olives

Instructions

1. Whisk the olive oil, italian seasoning, red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, pepper, honey, and mayo.

2. Add the lettuce, tomatoes, pepperoncini, kalamata olives to a large bowl. Toss with the dressing and top with more parmesan cheese.

Takes 10 minutes

Serves 4