Gracie's Atomic Salad

We had a cafe where I went to University called Gracie's Atomic Cafe. They most the most delicious salad as a meal. Here is the recipe which I got from the owner.

Ingredients

• 1 can artichoke hearts – drained and quartered
• 1 large avocado – cubed
• 1/2 cup cubed fresh mozzarella
• 1 or 2 sliced green onions – green and white parts
• 1 small can black olives – drained
• 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes or 2 ripe tomatoes quartered
• 1/2 small red onion – in thin rings
• 8 oz pepperoni – sliced - I use uncured now
• chopped fresh basil
• 2 heads Boston lettuce – tear the leaves
• 1 -2 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tbs red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• salt and pepper

Steps

1. Whisk garlic, vinegar, mustard, olive oil, salt and pepper in serving bowl for dressing.
2. Add artichokes, olives, tomatoes, red onion and avocado to dressing. Mix well to coat and marinade for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3. Add all other ingredients, except lettuce and toss well. Add lettuce and toss just before serving. Serve with french bread and lemonade or wine.

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