Peppered Salami Salad

This Peppered Salami Salad is a robust and satisfying dish that balances earthy greens with the spicy kick of salami and homemade croutons. The base of fresh spinach or crisp Cos lettuce provides a refreshing texture, while sliced onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms add crunch and depth. The highlight is the homemade crouton topping, fried until golden and tossed with chili seasoning for a warm, aromatic finish. The dressing is a simple yet effective blend of olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, and mustard, which brightens the rich flavors of the meat and vegetables. Perfect for a casual lunch, a potluck contribution, or a hearty side dish, this salad comes together quickly and offers a delightful contrast of textures and temperatures.

Cooking Method: Frying

Cuisine: American

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 464.7

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Peppered Salami Salad is a robust and satisfying dish that balances earthy greens with the spicy kick of salami and homemade croutons. The base of fresh spinach or crisp Cos lettuce provides a refreshing texture, while sliced onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms add crunch and depth. The highlight is the homemade crouton topping, fried until golden and tossed with chili seasoning for a warm, aromatic finish. The dressing is a simple yet effective blend of olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, and mustard, which brightens the rich flavors of the meat and vegetables. Perfect for a casual lunch, a potluck contribution, or a hearty side dish, this salad comes together quickly and offers a delightful contrast of textures and temperatures.

Ingredients

1/2 cups Olive oil
2 Garlic Cloves, crushed
3 sl White bread, crusts removed,
1/2 teaspoons Chili seasoning
8 oz Young spinach -OR 1 Cos lettuce
6 oz Peppered salami, diced
3 sm Onions, sliced, separated in rings
4 oz Button mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons Lemon juice
1 teaspoons Sugar
1 teaspoons Prepared mustard
to taste Salt
to taste Fresh ground pepper

Directions

1
Cube the white bread into bite-sized pieces.
2
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the crushed garlic and bread cubes to the skillet, frying and stirring constantly until the croutons are golden brown.
4
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chili seasoning.
5
Allow the seasoned croutons to cool completely.
6
If using spinach or whole lettuce heads, tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
7
In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, diced salami, onion rings, sliced bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms.
8
Place the remaining olive oil in a screw-top jar along with lemon juice, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
9
Seal the jar and shake vigorously until the dressing is well blended and emulsified.
10
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
11
Sprinkle the homemade croutons over the top and garnish with the marinated spiced olives.
12
Serve immediately while the croutons are still crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 464.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.4g50%
Saturated Fat 4.7g24%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 368.2mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 36.8g13%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 6.8g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Salad (without dressing) may be prepared in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator. Just before serving, shake dressing ingredients vigorously, add to salad and toss well. Add croutons and olives and serve at once to maintain texture.

Keywords: salad, salami, croutons, spinach, lettuce, peppers, onions, mushrooms, vinaigrette, lemon, mustard, garlic, chili, lunch, side dish, american, hearty, fresh, easy, picnic

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/peppered-salami-salad/