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romaine hearts salad with pistachios and mixed olives

Crunchy Romaine Salad

Crunchy romaine salad with pistachios, olives, and Gouda, tossed in a zesty garlic herb dressing. Fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 heads romaine hearts chopped
  • 1 cup mixed olives
  • ½ cup shelled pistachios
  • ½ cup Gouda cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoon capers
  • 2 tablespoon fresh herbs dill, parsley, chives, finely chopped

For the Garlic Herb Dressing:

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together garlic, oregano, Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce), lemon juice, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep the salad: Chop romaine hearts into bite-sized pieces. Roughly chop olives and finely chop fresh herbs.
  • Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine romaine, olives, pistachios, grated cheese, capers, and herbs.
  • Dress & toss: Pour dressing over salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately, optionally topped with extra herbs or cracked black pepper.

Notes

  • To Make Nut-Free: Swap pistachios for sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
  • Nutritional information is an estimate only and will vary according to specific ingredients and amounts used. 

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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