Classic Italian Insalata Mista (Mixed Salad)

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This recipe for a Classic Italian Insalata Mista (Mixed Salad) is a traditional Italian salad that features mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano. It is so easy to make weeknight and pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, seafood, pasta, or soup. It is tossed in a delicious homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Ready in 10 minutes!

– 4 cups lightly packed fresh mixed greens try a mix of Romaine, arugula, radicchio, arugula, red and green leaf lettuce. – 1-2 carrots peeled and shaved with vegetable peeler or cut in thin rounds – 1 English cucumber thinly sliced – ½ red onion sliced thin (use more or less to your taste) – 2-3 small to medium tomatoes – Parmigiano Reggiano shaved with vegetable peeler, or crumbled Ricotta Salata Balsamic vinaigrette (homemade or store bought)

Ingredients

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Servings

4

Type

appetizer, side dish, salad

prep Time

5 mins

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Can I make insalata mista  in advance? You could prep the salad  ahead of time. Prep all the veggies and assemble the salad in a bowl and wrap tightly with plastic wrap or put in an airtight container. Dress with the vinaigrette right before serving. Can be assembled (without dressing) 1 day in advance. .

What is the most flavorful tomato? If you're looking for tomatoes that are known for a sweet and rich flavor, you could try heirloom tomatoes like Green Zebra, Cherokee Purple, and Brandywine.

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What is the most common lettuce for salad? Romaine lettuce has dark green and long leaves and nice and crunchy texture. That's why they are the really popular to use in salad.

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