Best 4 Cold Cuts And Lettuce Salad Recipes

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Salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and proteins, and it's a healthy and refreshing meal or side dish. Cold cuts and lettuce salad is a classic combination that is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a simple salad with just lettuce, cold cuts, and dressing, or a more complex salad with a variety of vegetables, fruits, and nuts, there is a cold cuts and lettuce salad recipe out there for you.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE LETTUCE SALAD



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MY Mother often fixed this salad when I was a child. I grew up on a farm and most of our food came right from the garden. We especially liked this in the spring, when early leaf lettuce appeared. After a long winter of cooked vegetables, this was a real treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups torn leaf lettuce
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
1 green onion, sliced
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the lettuce, egg and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

COLD CUTS AND LETTUCE SALAD



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I made this up and it turned out great. Very easy to prepare and tastes great for a side dish or a lunch.

Provided by Pantheress

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 5-7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

250 g cold cuts (smoked salami, smoked turkey, roast beef, choose your favourites)
250 g lettuce
4 cucumbers
1 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons mustard
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare the thousand island sauce and leave for the flavors to mix together.
  • Cut the cold cuts into thick rectangles.
  • Cut the lettuce into rectangular pieces.
  • Chop the cucumbers into circles.
  • Mix it all and enjoy!

BIG ITALIAN SALAD WITH COLD CUTS



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Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cloves garlic (10 grams), grated
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons (90 milliliters) red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) dried oregano
3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons (150 milliliters) extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 romaine hearts, cored and chopped
1/2 small head radicchio--halved, cored and coarsely chopped
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, coarsely chopped
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced on a mandoline or with a sharp knife
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced on a mandoline or with a sharp knife
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 cup pitted green olives
One 4-ounce wedge Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Fleur de sel, for sprinkling
6 ounces thickly sliced salami, cut into 1/4-inch strips

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Whisk together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • Make the salad mix: Spin dry all the lettuces, celery, parsley, and onion in a salad spinner. Wrap in paper towels to dry thoroughly and refrigerate.
  • Meanwhile, halve the cherry tomatoes and olives and transfer to a very large bowl. Shave the cheese with a vegetable peeler to yield 1 cup. Reserve some of the shaved cheese for garnish and add the remaining cheese to the bowl.
  • Remove the vegetables from the paper towels and add to the bowl. Season with fleur de sel. Add the dressing and toss to coat. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Scatter the salami and reserved cheese over the top and serve immediately. Alternatively, prepare the salad mix and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Toss each serving with some of the dressing, as needed.

COLD LETTUCE SALAD



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This recipe came down to me from my grandmother from her sister. A great, cold salad side for any spring/summer occassion. Very tasteful and colorful dish.

Provided by Aric Ross

Categories     Vegetable

Time P1DT15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups fresh lettuce or 5 cups spinach
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup peas (not cooked)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Tear lettuce (or spinach) into bite sized pieces and place into oblong dish.
  • Layer all ingredients (in order) into dish.
  • Chill, covered overnight.
  • Serve topped with cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.6, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 454, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 15.8, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your salad.
  • Choose a variety of cold cuts and lettuces. This will give your salad a more interesting flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. There are many different salad dressings to choose from, so find one that you like and that complements the flavors of your cold cuts and lettuce.
  • Serve your salad immediately after making it. This will prevent the lettuce from wilting and the dressing from becoming watery.

Conclusion:

Cold cuts and lettuce salad is a delicious, easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cold cuts, and it is also a healthy and refreshing meal. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a cold cuts and lettuce salad that everyone will enjoy.

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