Best Easy Italian Salad Recipes

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EASY ITALIAN POTATO SALAD



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You'll want to take this simple-to-assemble potato salad to all your picnics and outings. It's always on the menu when my tomato plants yield a bumper crop. Feel free to improvise by adding other fresh vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 to 6 medium red potatoes, cooked and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
3 to 4 plum tomatoes, quartered
1/3 cup olive oil
3 to 4 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and halved
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve salad in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 528mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY ITALIAN TOMATO SALAD



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My guests were delighted with the colorful fresh-tasting salad. It has a wonderful dressing-made with fresh basil and parsley-to complement the juicy tomato slices.-Faye Wortman, Evansville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 tablespoons olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Arrange the tomatoes in a shallow serving dish; top with onion and dressing. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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This salad is easy to make and everyone loves it!

Provided by slopez5084

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package bow-tie pasta
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cucumber, chopped
2 (6 ounce) cans sliced black olives
5 stalks celery, chopped
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Rinse pasta in cold water until cool; drain.
  • Toss drained pasta, tomatoes, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, black olives, and celery together in a large bowl.
  • Pour Italian-style dressing over the pasta mixture; toss to coat.
  • Chill salad 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 456.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

EASY ITALIAN SPINACH SALAD



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A simple homemade dressing makes this salad a flavorful option for any meal, but it's ideal with lasagna, spaghetti, manicotti and more. -Cathy Desper, Staunton, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings (2/3 cup vinaigrette).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup salad croutons

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic and Italian seasoning; set aside., Divide spinach among 10 salad plates; top with tomatoes and onions. Drizzle with vinaigrette; sprinkle with cheese and croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY ITALIAN BREAD SALAD



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For a fresh-tasting side dish, Kathleen serves Italian Bread Salad. "This pretty blend is a snap to prepare. "For variety add whatever veggies you like, such as green or yellow peppers, zucchini, summer squash or sliced olives," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices Italian or French bread (1 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
2 to 3 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Lettuce leaves
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Brush both sides of bread with 1 tablespoon oil. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Cut into 1-in. cubes. , In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes, tomatoes, cucumber, onions and cheese. Divide among four lettuce-lined salad plates. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, garlic, basil and remaining oil. Drizzle over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY ITALIAN BEAN SALAD



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A quick and easy summery salad - ideal for serving with a barbecue spread

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch spring onions
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 red chilli , seeded and finely chopped
2 x 400g cans cannellini beans , drained and rinsed
1 can of butter beans
6 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
plenty of chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Finely chop the spring onions and put into a bowl with the garlic and the chilli. Mix in the cannellini beans and the butter beans. Whisk the olive oil with the white wine vinegar and add plenty of seasoning. Stir through the salad with plenty of chopped parsley.

EASY ITALIAN SALAMI PASTA SALAD



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This is a recipe that is easy to make from ingredients that are often in the fridge/ storecupboard. If it is served straight after the minimum 30 minute chill time, you may find that there is a lot of dressing in the salad- this is so that it doesn't dry out if it is stored in the fridge for a few days. Serves 4 as a side dish but this would also make a good take-to work lunch or potluck dish.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups dry pasta (I use fusilli)
8 large slice salami (4oz)
10 -15 black olives
1/2 cup rehydrated sun-dried tomato
1 yellow bell pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, very finely grated
salt and pepper
10 -15 leaves fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, cut the salami into strips. Slice the black olives and dice the sundried tomatoes and bell pepper. Set all these ingredients aside.
  • In a large salad bowl, mix the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Whisk with a fork (or whisk) until they are completely blended and the dressing is a uniform colour throughout.
  • Add the parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to the dressing and mix.
  • When the pasta is cooked to your liking, remove it from the heat. Drain it and rinse it in cold water until the pasta is cold. Drain it again.
  • Add the cooled pasta and the chopped ingredients to the dressing in the bowl. Stir well to mix the ingredients together.
  • Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavours to blend.
  • Just before serving, scatter chopped fresh basil leaves over the top.

EASY ITALIAN TOSSED SALAD



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"I like to serve this salad with Italian food or with grilled steak or chicken and a baked potato. It's such a colorful, appetizing to-look-at salad." Rita Addicks - Weimar, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
4 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the cauliflower, tomatoes, celery, onion and green pepper. Add the salad dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving., Just before serving, add lettuce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY ITALIAN SALAD



Easy Italian Salad image

This salad's easy since the dressing is made ahead. What's more, it's proved popular with everyone who tastes it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
16 to 18 cups torn salad greens
Additional Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well. In a bowl, combine artichokes and onion. Add dressing and toss gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. , Just before serving, pour artichoke mixture over greens and toss to coat. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Make our Easy Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing today in just 15 minutes! Tomatoes, basil and cheese add to the classic pasta salad with Italian dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2-1/2 cups penne pasta, cooked, rinsed
3 tomatoes, chopped
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) KRAFT Mozzarella Cheese, cubed
1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

EASY ITALIAN SALAD



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This is the best salad to serve with any italian dish, in my opinion. It is simple to make, with very few ingredients, and is so yummy!!

Provided by Lingering_Dream

Categories     Greens

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl, mix by hand, and serve!
  • Add more parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.9, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 110.3, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 3.7

EASY ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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I got this recipe from my sister-in-law,Lee. Everyone at the picnic wanted the recipe.

Provided by Barbara Youlio @Poppi

Categories     Pasta Salads

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 jar(s) marinated artichokes
1 jar(s) pepperoncini peppers, drained
1 jar(s) pitted green olives, drained
1 jar(s) marinated mushrooms
1 can(s) pitted black olives, drained
1 small ball mozzarella cheese
1 box(es) pasta of choice (i like tortellini or penne) cooked & drained
1 small jar of fried red peppers
1 pint(s) grape tomatoes cut in half

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. When cooked, drain and put in a large bowl; add remaining ingredients. Do not add the liquid from the olives or pepperoncini. Do add the liquid from the other jar ingredients. Mix together and refrigerate until ready to serve. You don't need salad dressing because the liquid from the marinated vegetables is enough to coat the pasta. When serving, place the halved tomatoes on the base of an open bowl and mound the pasta salad on top.

EASY ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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Simple to make and good to eat a coworker at work use to make it all the time without vegetables. there was never any left. One thing I found with this basic recipe that you can be creative adding meat, croutons, diffrent vegatbles like tomatoes and squash. I think that is why I like it so much you can change it each time you make it.

Provided by Chef Leigh

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups pasta, cooked and drain recommend spiral kind and muticolor
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup broccoli, chopped
1/2 cup Italian dressing
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • cook pasta according to package.
  • mix with your fresh chopped vegetables.
  • Pour dressing over and lightly mix until dressing is completely mixed in with pasta and veggies.
  • chill the night before serving or at least and hour before serving.
  • Also before serving can sprinkle Parmesan cheese over top and for a cruchy taste can add croutons. or for those who crave meat add bacon bits.Make sure the dressing you are using is oil based.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.4, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 608.5, Carbohydrate 58.3, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5, Protein 12.2

GRANDMA'S EASY ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING



Grandma's Easy Italian Salad Dressing image

Make and share this Grandma's Easy Italian Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by eednolb2

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 20 oz.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing (7 Seas-Kraft etc.)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (or romano cheese and parmesan cheeses mixed) or 1/2 cup grated romano cheese (or romano cheese and parmesan cheeses mixed)
1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley or 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • Mix dressing and cheese with mixer. Then add eggs and mix for at least five minutes. It will start to look creamy. Then add parsley. I suppose you could use and emulsifying hand blender to do it quicker but don't mix too much it will get real thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.8, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 413.4, Carbohydrate 2.5, Sugar 1.9, Protein 1.1

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