Explore the vibrant flavors of Italy with our delectable Italian Chopped Salad recipe. Packed with fresh ingredients like crisp lettuce, savory salami, tangy olives, and creamy mozzarella, this salad is a true delight for your taste buds. Tossed in a zesty Italian dressing and topped with fragrant basil, it’s a perfect dish for any occasion. Try our Italian Chopped Salad recipe today and bring the taste of Italy to your table!
Italian Chopped Salad
Equipment
- Knife
- Large Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 4 oz fresh pearl mozzarella drained
- 4 oz salami diced
- 1/2 cup olives sliced (green & kalamata olives)
- 1/3 cup onions minced (white or red)
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 cup pepperoncinis thinly sliced
Italian Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
Prepare the salad:
- Combine all the salad ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In another large bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Mix and serve. Drizzle some of the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat. Add more dressing as desired, then serve and savor the flavors.
