LUCALI SALAD
Mark Iacono sometimes serves a version of this salad at Lucali, his candlelit church of pizza in Brooklyn. It's what he calls a "bottom of the bowl" salad, reminiscent of what's left after a long Sunday dinner with family, with tomatoes, black olives and red onion deeply marinated in a vinegar-heavy dressing. He layers these above and below cold, crisp lettuce, adds a final drizzle of dressing and serves the salad with a meatball on top of it. But it goes as well plain alongside a pizza or under a sausage that's been simmered in sauce, with stuffed shells or lasagna or eggplant Parm. You don't need fancy tomatoes or lettuce with bona fides, just strong vinaigrette and enough time to allow the tomatoes to bleed out in it before you assemble the salad and serve.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories salads and dressings, side dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine the tomatoes, red onion and celery in a large bowl. Add the olives, bruising each slightly between finger and thumb, and the olive brine.
- Add the salt, peppers, olive oil and red-wine vinegar to the bowl, and mix gently with your hands or a wooden spoon. Cover with plastic wrap, and place in refrigerator for a minimum of 20 minutes and up to 2 hours.
- Wash and dry the lettuce, then put in a bowl, cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the salad.
- Make the dressing. There will be a lot left over, which you can cover and store in the refrigerator for up to a few weeks. Combine the olive oil, red-wine vinegar, salt, black pepper and lemon pepper in a jar or large bowl. Cover the jar, and shake until emulsified, or use a whisk to achieve the same result in the bowl. Set aside.
- Assemble the salad. Spoon onto a large platter enough of the tomato mixture and accumulated juices to cover its bottom. Arrange some of the iceberg across the top of the tomatoes, and drizzle a little dressing over it. Add some more of the tomato mixture, then another round of the iceberg. Drizzle with some more of the dressing, and then repeat. Serve immediately, so the lettuce does not wilt, either with Italian bread or topped with meatballs, perhaps alongside spaghetti or pizza.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 521, UnsaturatedFat 45 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 684 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
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Beatrice Kaivara
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Yamuna Sony
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
TEHEARA BAKER
[email protected]I added some sliced almonds to this salad and it was delicious! It gave it a little extra crunch.
Ghulam Mustfa
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken or steak.
Philasande Shangase
[email protected]I love that this salad is so healthy and delicious. It's the perfect way to start any meal.
Owolabi Richard
[email protected]This salad is the perfect side dish for any grilled meat or fish.
Jashleyn Rodriguez
[email protected]This salad is so good, I could eat it every day.
Sabu Bhatt
[email protected]I love the dressing on this salad. It's light and flavorful, and it really brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.
Ganga Pariyar
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
RUMON SAHA
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Alam gir
[email protected]This is the perfect salad to bring to a potluck or picnic. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Kent Mails
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Mahmoud Eltayeb
[email protected]I love the combination of arugula, tomatoes, and mozzarella in this salad. It's so classic and delicious.
Gulsher Ahmad
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.
Tanzina Akter
[email protected]I added some crumbled goat cheese to this salad and it was amazing! It gave it a little extra tanginess and creaminess.
fairiq
[email protected]This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover grilled chicken.
Anwar Mwas
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but they all come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.
willistic
[email protected]This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Mary Harris
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.