Best 7 Italian Tri Color Salad Recipes

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Italian tri-color salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that celebrates the colors of the Italian flag: green, white, and red. This classic salad is a staple in Italian cuisine and is often served as a side dish or light lunch. Made with a variety of fresh vegetables, herbs, and a simple dressing, Italian tri-color salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of Italy. In this article, we'll explore the best recipes for making Italian tri-color salad, providing tips on selecting the freshest ingredients, creating a flavorful dressing, and assembling the salad for a stunning presentation. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, we'll guide you through the process of making this classic Italian dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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TRI COLORE SALAD



Tri Colore Salad image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 spears endive, washed, dried, and coarsely chopped
1 small head radicchio, washed, dried, and coarsely chopped
About 1/3 pound baby arugula, washed, dried, and thinly chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Shaved Parmesan

Steps:

  • Combine all 3 lettuces in large bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Whisk the mustard, vinegar, and oil together in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine. Top with some shavings of Parmesan.

THREE COLOR SALAD: INSALATA TRI COLORE



Three Color Salad: Insalata Tri Colore image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 hearts romaine lettuce
1 medium head radicchio
1 medium bulb endive
1 /3 cup (4 glugs) extra-virgin olive oil
1 small shallot, minced
3 tablespoons (3 splashes) balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop hearts of romaine; shred radicchio; thinly slice endive lengthwise. Combine greens in a salad bowl.
  • Pour olive oil into a microwave safe dish. Add shallots to oil and place oil in microwave. Heat oil and shallots for 30 seconds on high. Remove from microwave and let stand 5 minutes. (Oil and shallots may be heated over low heat on the stovetop in a small pan for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand until cool.) Pour oil and shallots in a bowl and whisk in 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to your taste.

TRI-COLOR PASTA SALAD



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This is a quick and tasty pasta salad that all of my friends beg me to make whenever there is a party! It is always a crowd pleaser!

Provided by MEEHSKABOB

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds uncooked tri-color spiral pasta
10 ounces diced processed American cheese
1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Toss cooled pasta with cheese, broccoli and Italian-style dressing to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 779.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

ITALIAN DRESSING TRI-COLOR PASTA SALAD



Italian Dressing Tri-Color Pasta Salad image

Make and share this Italian Dressing Tri-Color Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mom2Danny

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces tri-color spiral pasta
2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup pepperoni slice
1/4 cup red bell pepper
1/4 cup green bell pepper
1/3 cup red onion
3/4 cup Italian dressing
1/4 cup black olives
1/4 cup green olives

Steps:

  • Boil pasta , drain and rinse with cool water.
  • steam broccoli florets lightly.
  • Slice bell pepper into thin strips.
  • Slice onion thinly.
  • Cut pepperoni slices in halves or quarters.
  • Cut whole olives in half - I used green olives with pimento.
  • mix all ingredients together and add italian dressing.
  • stir to combine and refrigerate for an hour or longer.
  • add more italian dressing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 663.1, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 12.8

QUICK ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



Quick Italian Pasta Salad image

A quick and flavorful pasta salad with salami and bell peppers.

Provided by Trish

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
¾ pound Italian salami, finely diced
½ green bell pepper, sliced
½ red bell pepper, sliced
½ red onion, chopped
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
8 ounces small fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
3 (.7 ounce) packages dry Italian-style salad dressing mix, or to taste
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
  • Combine pasta, salami, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, salad dressing, olives, and mozzarella cheese in a large bowl. Mix dry salad dressing into pasta; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1893.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ITALIAN TRICOLORE SALAD



Italian Tricolore Salad image

This is the simplest of summer salads but so healthy for you and so easy to prepare. It gets its name from the three colours on the plate -- red, green and white.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Cheese

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ripe avocado
6 -8 slices buffalo mozzarella
10 -12 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
basil leaves
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Slice the avocado in half lengthways, remove the stone and peel off the skin.
  • Lay each half of the avocado flat side down in the centre a plate.
  • Arrange the mozzarella slices around the avocados.
  • Sprinkle over the cherry tomatoes and a few basil leaves.
  • Drizzle a spoonful of olive oil over each plate and grind over some fresh black pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.4, Fat 47.4, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 544.5, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 3.8, Protein 21.6

TRI COLORE SALAD



Tri Colore Salad image

This salad by Bobby Flay represents the three colors of the Italian Flag. Very simple to make and the flavors pair well with traditonal Italian dishes.

Provided by Susie D

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 spears endive, washed, dried, and coarsely chopped
1 small radicchio, washed, dried, and coarsely chopped
1/3 lb baby arugula, washed, dried, and thinly chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
shaved parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine all 3 lettuces in large bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Whisk the mustard, vinegar, and oil together in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
  • Top with shavings of Parmesan.

Tips:

  • Fresh ingredients: Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor and texture. Freshly picked tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and fragrant basil will make a world of difference.
  • Quality cheese: Don't skimp on the cheese! Use a good quality mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
  • Good olive oil: Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil for the dressing. It will add a delicious depth of flavor.
  • Marinate the tomatoes: Marinating the tomatoes in a mixture of olive oil, vinegar, and herbs will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Drizzle just enough dressing over the salad to coat the ingredients lightly.
  • Serve immediately: Tri-color salad is best served immediately after it is made. The tomatoes will start to lose their flavor if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Tri-color salad is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a simple salad to make, but it is packed with flavor. The combination of fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, and basil is refreshing and delicious. The cheese and dressing add a rich and creamy flavor. If you are looking for a light and healthy salad that is also delicious, tri-color salad is a great option.

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