For an Italian twist on salad, I mix salad greens with red onion, mushrooms, olives, pepperoncini, lemon juice and seasoning. Add tomatoes and carrots if you like.
—DEBORAH LOOP CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI
START TO FINISH: 20 MIN. • MAKES: 8 SERVINGS (1/2 CUP VINAIGRETTE)
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup assorted olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
8 pepperoncini
Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, shredded carrots and grated Parmesan cheese
VINAIGRETTE
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1. In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss lightly. If desired, add toppings.
2. In a small bowl, whisk vinaigrette ingredients until blended. Serve with the salad.