Italian Layered Salad Crowd Size
Elevate your next gathering with the vibrant and flavor-packed Italian Layered Salad Crowd Size. Perfect for serving up to 12 hungry guests, this stunning layered salad is both a feast for the palate and the eyes, thanks to its beautiful presentation in a clear glass bowl or trifle dish. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, while colorful layers of cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion provide a refreshing crunch. Savory additions like cubed provolone cheese, sliced salami, briny black olives, and zesty pepperoncini peppers bring authentic Italian flavors to every bite. Finished with a generous drizzle of tangy Italian dressing, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, and crunchy croutons added just before serving, this no-cook salad comes together in just 25 minutes. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or a festive gathering, this Italian layered salad is the perfect crowd-pleaser to impress your guests with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups Romaine lettuce
- 3 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 2 large (sliced) Cucumber
- 1 medium (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 1.5 cups (sliced) Black olives
- 1 cup (cubed) Provolone cheese
- 1 cup (sliced into strips) Salami
- 1 cup (sliced) Pepperoncini peppers
- 0.5 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups Italian dressing
- 2 cups Croutons
Instructions
1. Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.
3. In a large, clear glass bowl (or trifle dish for a stunning presentation), begin layering the salad. Start with the romaine lettuce as the base layer.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes on top of the lettuce, followed by a layer of sliced cucumbers.
5. Next, evenly distribute the sliced red onion, followed by the black olives.
6. Add the cubed provolone cheese and strips of salami as the next layers.
7. Layer the sliced pepperoncini peppers on top of the salami.
8. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the layers.
9. Drizzle the Italian dressing over the entire salad, ensuring even distribution.
10. Just before serving, add the croutons on top to maintain their crunch. Give the salad a gentle toss if preferred, or serve layered for presentation.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy your crowd-pleasing Italian layered salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.5 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.5 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 48.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 12942 mg | 563% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.8 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.1 g | ||
| Protein | 106.4 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2129 mg | 164% | |
| Iron | 27.2 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 4587 mg | 98% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
