This simple Italian garden salad is made with ham (optional), tons of veggies including fresh avocado and topped off with a drizzle of the best homemade Italian dressing.
This incredible garden salad can be made with just about any veggies you have on hand! The most important part of this salad is the homemade Italian dressing, and the avocado!
I’m a sucker for a robust salad with tons of veg topped with a rich (but healthy!) dressing! The dressing I used here is actually from a family favorite restaurant nearby.
It is seriously one of the best Italian style dressings I’ve ever had and is full of gorgonzola cheese, olive oil, garlic and vinegar so if you like any of those things, this dressing is for you!
I serve this Italian salad along with many of my go to Italian recipes. Such as Fettuccine with homemade Italian Marinara Sauce, Mussels Carbonara or Penne Bake With Vodka Sauce.
Italian Garden Salad with Avocado
This simple Italian garden salad is made with ham (optional), tons of veggies including fresh avocado and topped off with a drizzle of the best homemade Italian dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado, cubed
- 2 tbs parmesan, optional
- 1/2 cup mini cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cubed ham, optional
- 2 tbs croutons
- Italian dressing, homemade or store bought
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the lettuce, pepper, onion, avocado, parmesan and mini tomatoes.
- Add in the homemade Italian Dressing or dressing of your choosing, and mix together until well combined.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
This easy homemade Italian Dressing is made swaps out traditional white vinegar for balsamic vinegar for a much smoother and, for me, a superior salad dressing.
