Best 4 Italian Style Chef Salad With Creamy Pesto Dressing Recipes

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Italy with our remarkable recipe for "Italian Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing." Let your taste buds embark on a culinary journey as you create this tantalizing dish that combines crisp greens, succulent grilled meats, and a creamy, flavorful pesto dressing. This delightful salad embodies the essence of Italian cuisine, bringing together fresh ingredients and bold flavors to create a symphony of taste. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or seeking a delectable weeknight meal, this Italian-inspired chef salad promises to impress and satisfy. Join us as we unveil the secrets behind this remarkable dish, guiding you through each step to recreate this culinary masterpiece in your own kitchen.

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CORN SALAD WITH CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING

Corn Salad with Creamy Italian Dressing image

Simple deliciousness, that's what this is. This corn salad recipe is one of my favorite summer side dishes. It's a perfect complement to just about any meat you pull off the grill, and can be dressed in countless ways. Serve at room temperature.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes

Time 8h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons water
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package frozen sweet corn, thawed
1 cup diced roasted red peppers
salt and ground black pepper to taste
5 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, or more to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, water, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, Italian seasoning, and a pinch cayenne pepper together in a bowl until dressing is thick and creamy. Cover dressing with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours or overnight.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir corn in hot oil until light golden brown and toasted, about 15 minutes.
Mix corn and red pepper together in a bowl. Pour enough dressing over corn mixture to coat completely. Season with salt and black pepper.
Stir basil and a pinch cayenne pepper into corn mixture; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ITALIAN-STYLE CHEF SALAD WITH CREAMY PESTO DRESSING

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Make and share this Italian-Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yooper

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/3 cup mayonnaise or 1/3 cup salad dressing
1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons purchased refrigerated pesto sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 -3 tablespoons milk
6 cups torn mixed greens
1 cup mozzarella cheese or 1 cup provolone cheese, cut into thin strips (4 ounces)
4 ounces thinly sliced fully cooked ham or 4 ounces turkey, cut into thin strips
2 ounces thinly sliced salami or 2 ounces prosciutto, cut into thin strips
2 small tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
1 small yellow peppers or 1 small green pepper, sliced into rings
1 small onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved

Steps:

To prepare the Creamy Pesto Dressing, stir together the mayonnaise or salad dressing, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, pesto, and garlic in a small bowl.
Stir in milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, to make of desired consistency; set aside.
Divide the greens among four individual salad bowls or serving plates.
Arrange the mozzarella or provolone cheese, ham or turkey, salami or prosciutto, tomato, yellow or green pepper, onion and artichoke hearts over the greens.
Drizzle with the Creamy Pesto Dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.9, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 57.7, Sodium 851.3, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 5, Sugar 3.4, Protein 18.2

ITALIAN CHEF SALAD

Italian Chef Salad image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
1/4 pound hot ham, sliced
1/4 pound Genoa salami, sliced
1/4 pound deli provolone cheese, chopped
Hot pepper rings, a couple of fork fulls
Cracked green olives, 1/2 cup
1 tomato, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
A few leaves basil, torn
Red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons, eyeball it
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine all ingredients and dress with red wine vinegar, then extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, all to your taste.

CREAMY PESTO SALAD DRESSING

Creamy Pesto Salad Dressing image

I needed a salad dressing for an Italian dinner one night, and I wasn't in the mood for a vinaigrette. At our house, anything with pesto is a winner! :) This is a very thick salad dressing (especially if you use regular mayo), so you don't have to get your salad greens scrupulously dry - the excess water will loosen up the dressing.

Provided by CraftScout

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 2m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 tablespoons prepared pesto sauce (Mom's Pesto, or store-bought)
2 tablespoons smooth Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (lite works well)

Steps:

Whisk to combine. Dress salad! :).

Tips:

Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Make sure the vegetables are crisp and chilled before assembling the salad.
Use a variety of vegetables to add color, texture, and nutrients to the salad.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of cheese and nuts.
Make the creamy pesto dressing ahead of time so the flavors can meld.
Serve the salad immediately after dressing it to prevent the vegetables from wilting.

Conclusion:

Italian Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is packed with fresh vegetables, cheese, nuts, and a creamy pesto dressing. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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