Step 1: Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, honey, and salt.
Whisk until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Cover and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Step 2: Prepare the Salad Ingredients
Chop the romaine hearts into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Chop the salami and provolone cheese into bite-sized pieces as well.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad
Top the romaine with the chopped salami, chopped provolone, mozzarella balls, shredded Parmesan, mini pepperoni, sliced cucumber, red pepper strips, mild pepper rings, and thinly sliced onion.
Sprinkle the salad with black pepper and dried basil for extra flavor.

Step 4: Chill the Salad
Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can.
This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully and the salad to become even more flavorful.

Step 5: Dress and Serve
When ready to serve, toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients.
Drizzle with the prepared dressing just before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and enjoy it cold for the freshest flavor.

Storage Instructions

Keep Fresh:
Store any leftover undressed salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Keep the dressing separate until just before serving to maintain the best texture.

Make Ahead:
This salad is perfect for making ahead!
You can assemble everything (except the dressing) a day in advance and keep it covered in the fridge.

Warm Up:
This salad is best served cold or at room temperature.
No warming needed.