The Crunchy 10-Minute Salad My Sicilian Grandmother Serves With Every Meal
Prep
10 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
My Sicilian grandmother has served this salad at every meal for as long as I can remember, and I finally understand why. It comes together in just ten minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you need something fresh and satisfying. The chickpeas provide a wonderful protein boost and are packed with fiber to keep you full, while the crisp romaine, cucumber, and tomato give you that satisfying crunch she loves. What I appreciate most is how inexpensive it is to make, especially when you use canned chickpeas. There's nothing fancy here, just quality ingredients, a simple vinaigrette, and the kind of straightforward preparation that has sustained her family for generations. You'll find yourself returning to this one again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 11 romaine lettuce heart(chopped)
- 11/2 english cucumber(quartered lengthwise and sliced)
- 11 plum tomato(cored and diced)
- 237 mldrained canned chickpeas
- 12 ounces white cheddar cheese(cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1/2 cup)
- 11/4 white onion(thinly sliced)
- 237 mlextra-virgin olive oil
- 237 mlred wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoonitalian seasoning
- 1salt and freshly ground black pepper(to taste)
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Instructions
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In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, cheese, and onions. Drizzle the olive oil and vinegar over the salad. Sprinkle with the Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat everything in the dressing, and serve. Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!
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