Best 6 Italian Trio Salad Recipes

Are you looking for a flavorful and colorful dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Italy? Look no further than the Italian Trio Salad! This delightful salad combines three classic Italian ingredients, fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese, to create a symphony of textures and flavors. With its vibrant colors, tantalizing aroma, and refreshing taste, the Italian Trio Salad is sure to impress your taste buds and become a favorite among family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect Italian Trio Salad.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN MIXED SALAD

Italian Mixed Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories appetizer

Time 33m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
12 ounces turkey sausage, casings removed
1/2 head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 head butter lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
1/4 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
6 ounces Provolone, cubed
3/4 cup rinsed canned red kidney beans, patted dry
3/4 cup rinsed canned garbanzo beans, patted dry
Red Wine Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Heat the oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until brown and cooked through, breaking the sausage into bite-size pieces, about 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a plate. Cool to room temperature.
Chop and combine the lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and cooked sausage in a large bowl. Add beans and enough vinaigrette to coat. Season the salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

TRI COLOR ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

Tri Color Italian Pasta Salad image

Easy recipe for the best Tri Color Italian Pasta Salad. This meal is full of fresh vegetables and only takes 20 minutes to put together from start to finish.

Provided by Pamela

Categories Main Course Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

12 oz box tri color rotini pasta
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
3 stalks of celery (finely chopped)
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

Steps:

Prepare your pasta as directed on box. Drain and place pasta in a big serving bowl.
Add salad dressing, celery, tomatoes, olives, basil and oregano. Stir to fully combine. Add mozzarella cheese on top and mix again.
Cover bowl with lid or plastic wrap and place in refrigerator to chill (at least an hour, can be overnight).
Remove from refrigerator and stir to freshen up. If salad looks a little dry (especially if you let it sit overnight), add a tablespoon (or 2) of salad dressing and stir. Serve and enjoy!

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

Ingredients

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

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

Ingredients

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.

ITALIAN DELI PASTA SALAD

Italian Deli Pasta Salad image

This pasta salad has all my favorite things from the Italian deli - a trio of meats, a mix of cheeses, and giardiniera. I like to switch it up and use other meats like prosciutto, hot calabrese, or mortadella. Giardiniera comes in mild and hot varieties; use whichever you prefer. A good-quality Italian dressing makes a difference too!

Provided by France C

Categories Italian Pasta Salad

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package rotini or fusili pasta
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
4 ounces Genoa salami, chopped
4 ounces sliced pepperoni, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 ounces hot capacola sausage, roughly chopped
1 medium red onion, minced
1 (8 ounce) can black olives, drained
½ cup giardiniera
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing, or as needed

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Combine pasta, tomatoes, provolone cheese, salami, pepperoni, capicola, onion, olives, giardiniera, Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 of the Italian dressing in a large bowl. Stir to combine and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Before serving, add some or all of the remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 738 mg

ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Italian Chopped Salad Recipe by Tasty image

All of your favorite Italian flavors are chopped together in this hearty salad. Full of tender and bitter greens, hearty protein from salami and chickpeas, and flavor boosters like Provolone, pepperoncini, and a garlicky vinaigrette, it's satisfying enough to stand alone, or can be served alongside your favorite dishes for an Italian feast.

Provided by Tasty

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 romaine hearts, thinly sliceds
1 small head of radicchio, thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced hard salami
½ cup thinly sliced Provolone cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 oz 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup thinly sliced pepperoncini
4 garlic cloves, minceds
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

Make the salad: In a large bowl, toss together the romaine, radicchio, salami, Provolone, tomatoes, chickpeas, red onion, and pepperoncini.
Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the garlic, mustard, Parmesan, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking until smooth and emulsified.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.
Enjoy!

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients whenever possible.
If you can't find fresh mozzarella, you can substitute another type of soft cheese, such as feta or goat cheese.
To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
If you don't have time to make the dressing from scratch, you can use a store-bought Italian dressing instead.
To add a bit of extra flavor to the salad, try grilling the peaches or tomatoes before adding them to the salad.
For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Conclusion:

The Italian Trio Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of sweet peaches, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese is sure to please everyone at your table. This salad is also easy to make, so it's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.