Name: Italian Chopped Salad
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped; 1 cup chopped radicchio lettuce; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into ¼-inch cubes; 4 ounces dry Italian salami, cut into matchsticks; 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1 (2.25-ounce) can sliced black olives, rinsed and drained; 1 yellow bell pepper, diced; ½ English cucumber, diced; 6 pepperoncini, sliced; 1 cup halved grape tomatoes; ⅓ cup chopped red onion; ½ cup shaved Parmesan; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 clove garlic, grated; ¾ teaspoon dried oregano; ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Description

Discover the vibrant flavors of Italian Chopped Salad, an ideal dish for any occasion—from summer picnics to family dinners. This refreshing salad combines crisp romaine and radicchio with fresh vegetables, creamy mozzarella, savory salami, hearty chickpeas, and briny olives. Tossed in a tangy red wine vinaigrette, it not only serves as a delightful side but also shines as a light main course. Plus, its customizable nature lets you tailor it to your taste preferences. Quick to prepare and loaded with nutritious ingredients, this salad is perfect for meal prep or as a satisfying addition to any meal.

Ingredients

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1 head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
1 cup chopped radicchio lettuce
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into ¼-inch cubes
4 ounces dry Italian salami, cut into matchsticks
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (2.25-ounce) can sliced black olives, rinsed and drained
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
½ English cucumber, diced
6 pepperoncini, sliced
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
⅓ cup chopped red onion
½ cup shaved Parmesan
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, grated
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

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Instructions

In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine and radicchio.
Layer on mozzarella cubes, salami matchsticks, chickpeas, olives, diced bell pepper, cucumber, sliced pepperoncini, halved grape tomatoes, and red onion.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with shaved Parmesan before serving.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
Calories: 260
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 20mg