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Romaine Italian Salad Boats

lauriebianchin
This antipasto inspired salad is beautifully presented on a romaine leaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 1 tall Head of Romaine lettuce
  • 3 oz cubed colby jack cheese
  • 3 oz pancetta
  • 3 oz halved grape tomatoes
  • 1 oz halved black olives
  • 1 oz sliced peperoncini
  • 4 Parmesan crackers or croutons

Dressing

  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Freshly Ground Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp White Balsamic Vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Place all dressing ingredients into a jar or shaker. Shake vigorously.
  • Lay 4 whole romaine leaves on platter. Chop remaining 2 leaves. Divide equally and place on open romaine leaves. Layer remaining ingredients on top.
  • Dress right before serving.

Notes

Make ahead by preparing as directed, but not dressing. Cover tightly with saran wrap and store in refrigerator. 
Keyword romaine, salad