Keto Italian Salad Recipe

This crunchy, tangy Keto Italian Salad is made with crisp romaine, cured meats, and fresh mozzarella and ready in 15 minutes. The zesty vinaigrette coats every bite of salami and cheese with bright acidic notes. I make this whenever I need a fast, low-carb lunch.

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Why You Will Love This Keto Italian Salad Recipe:

• Hearty and Satiating: Unlike flimsy side salads, this bowl is packed with rich, high-fat, low-carb ingredients like cured salami, spicy pepperoni, and fresh mozzarella balls that will actually keep you full and energized.
• Bold Pizzeria Flavors: It captures all the tangy, savory, and zesty notes of your favorite loaded Italian sub or classic pizzeria salad, thanks to the briny Kalamata olives, zesty pepperoncini, and sharp red onions.
• Zero Carb-Heavy Croutons: We swap out the traditional bread croutons for ultra-crisp romaine lettuce and crunchy cucumbers, delivering that highly satisfying crunch without knocking you out of ketosis.
• Sugar-Free Homemade Dressing: By quickly whisking together your own simple olive oil, herb, and red wine vinegar dressing, you completely avoid the hidden sugars and artificial additives found in almost all store-bought Italian vinaigrettes.
• Incredibly Fast to Assemble: There is absolutely no cooking or heating required. Just chop your fresh veggies, slice your deli meats and cheese, toss it all in a big bowl, and a vibrant meal is ready in 10 minutes flat.
• Perfect for Meal Prep: The robust ingredients like sturdy greens, cured meats, and hard cheeses hold up beautifully in the fridge, making it an excellent, soggy-proof option for grab-and-go weekday lunches.

Keto Italian Salad Ingredients

• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 4 oz salami, chopped
• 4 oz pepperoni, sliced
• 1 cup mozzarella pearls
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

How To Make Keto Italian Salad

1. Mix The Dressing: Whisk the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
2. Combine The Base: Place the chopped romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, olives, and pepperoncini into a large serving bowl.
3. Toss And Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Dry your greens: Wet lettuce dilutes the dressing and makes the salad soggy.
• Chop uniformly: Cutting the meats and veggies to similar sizes makes the salad easier to eat.
• Let it marinate: If you have time, toss the meats and cheese in the dressing for ten minutes before adding the lettuce.

What To Serve With Keto Italian Salad?

Serve this hearty Keto Italian Salad bowl alongside a keto-friendly cauliflower crust pizza or grilled chicken breast. It also pairs incredibly well with a warm bowl of low-carb minestrone soup.

How To Store Leftovers Keto Italian Salad?

Store the undressed salad components in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Keep the dressing in a separate jar and toss just before eating.

FAQs

Can I use a store-bought dressing?

Yes, just check the label for hidden sugars to ensure it remains keto-friendly.

What other greens work well?

Iceberg lettuce or radicchio add great crunch and hold up well to the heavy toppings.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Simply omit the mozzarella or replace it with a dairy-free cheese alternative.

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Keto Italian Salad Recipe Nutrition Fact

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Total Fat: 38 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Cholesterol: 65 mg
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 8 g
• Protein: 18 g

Keto Italian Salad

Recipe by PaulaCourse: Italian Salad Recipes, Sides, Dinner, LunchCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

450

kcal

Total time

15

minutes

Crunchy, tangy Keto Italian Salad loaded with salami, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette is ready in 15 minutes. This low-carb meal works perfectly for quick meal-prep lunches or easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced

• 4 oz salami, chopped

• 4 oz pepperoni, sliced

• 1 cup mozzarella pearls

• 1/4 cup sliced black olives

• 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced

• 1/3 cup olive oil

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions

• 1. Mix The Dressing: Whisk the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
• 2. Combine The Base: Place the chopped romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, olives, and pepperoncini into a large serving bowl.
• 3. Toss And Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately.