Adapted Columbia Restaurant 1905 Salad Recipe Recipe

Name: Adapted Columbia Restaurant 1905 Salad Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 5 cups chopped Romaine Lettuce; 1 cup chopped Tomatoes; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion; 1/2 cup shredded Swiss Cheese; 1/2 cup diced cooked Ham; 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives; 1 clove minced Garlic; 1 teaspoon dried Oregano; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice; 5 tablespoons Olive Oil; Salt and Pepper to taste; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese; 4 slices French Baguette; 2 tablespoons melted Unsalted Butter; 1 clove minced Garlic; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt; 1 teaspoon grated Manchego Cheese

Transport your taste buds to Ybor City, Tampa with this legendary 1905 Salad, adapted from the iconic Columbia Restaurant's recipe! This vibrant Spanish/Cuban masterpiece features crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, savory ham, and sharp cheeses, all tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. We've elevated this classic by adding crunchy smoked paprika-manchego croutons – a flavor explosion that takes this salad to the next level! Perfect as a light dinner for two or a delightful appetizer for four. Get ready to experience a taste of history!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 22 mins

Calories 762.5 kcal

Protein 50g

Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)

Adapted Columbia Restaurant 1905 Salad Recipe

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Adapted Columbia Restaurant 1905 Salad Recipe

5 cups chopped Romaine Lettuce
1 cup chopped Tomatoes
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup shredded Swiss Cheese
1/2 cup diced cooked Ham
1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives
1 clove minced Garlic
1 teaspoon dried Oregano
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
5 tablespoons Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
4 slices French Baguette
2 tablespoons melted Unsalted Butter
1 clove minced Garlic
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1 teaspoon grated Manchego Cheese

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How to Make Adapted Columbia Restaurant 1905 Salad Recipe

**Prepare the Croutons:** Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt.
Cut 4 slices of baguette into 1-inch rounds. Brush each round with the butter mixture.
Top each crouton with 1 teaspoon grated Manchego cheese.
Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
**Make the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce, 1 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese, 1/2 cup diced cooked ham, and 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives.
**Whisk the Dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and gradually whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately, topped with the smoked paprika-manchego croutons.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

65 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

99g

Carbs

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American For 1 Or 2 Salads Vegetables Caribbean Salad Dressings Cuban Number Of Servings