Columbia 1905 Salad w/ turkey🥗


This classic Columbia 1905 Salad with Turkey is a fresh, crunchy, and flavorful take on the famous Tampa restaurant original. Crisp iceberg lettuce, juicy tomatoes, Swiss cheese, turkey, and tangy Spanish olives come together with the signature 1905 dressing for a light yet satisfying meal.

Prep time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 as a main or 4 as a side

Ingredients

  • ½ head iceberg lettuce
  • 2 red tomatoes
  • ½ cup Swiss cheese, cut into 2-inch julienne strips
  • ½ cup turkey, cut into 2-inch julienne strips
  • 1 tablespoon Romano cheese
  • Juice of ½ fresh lemon
  • Spanish olives (about 5 per serving)
  • Columbia 1905 Dressing (available in single bottles at Publix)
  • Optional: splash of Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Chop ½ head of iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cut the red tomatoes into eighths. Cut the turkey and Swiss cheese into 2-inch long julienne strips.
  3. Layer the ingredients in the following order: chopped lettuce, Swiss cheese strips, turkey strips, tomato pieces, and Spanish olives.
  4. Drizzle with the juice of ½ fresh lemon and the desired amount of Columbia 1905 Dressing. Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce if desired.
  5. Toss thoroughly to combine all the ingredients. Enjoy!

Pro Tips for the Best Columbia 1905 Salad

  • The traditional layering helps keep the ingredients crisp before tossing.
  • Use cold ingredients and a chilled bowl for maximum crunch.
  • Columbia 1905 Dressing is the star — don’t skip it! You can also make a homemade version if you can’t find the bottled one.
  • Add extra turkey or make it with ham or shrimp for variety.
  • This salad is best served fresh but holds up well for meal prep if you keep the dressing separate until ready to eat.

This refreshing Columbia 1905 Salad with Turkey is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Let me know in the comments if you tried it and what protein you used!


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