Description
Italian Chopped Salad is a delightful dish that combines a variety of fresh ingredients, making it a perfect light meal or side dish. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors create a satisfying experience.
Ingredients
- Romaine Lettuce
- Radicchio Lettuce
- Fresh Mozzarella
- Italian Salami
- Chickpeas
- Black Olives
- Yellow Bell Pepper
- English Cucumber
- Pepperoncini
- Grape Tomatoes
- Red Onion
- Parmesan Cheese
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Dijon Mustard
- Garlic
- Dried Oregano
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by rinsing and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the main ingredients like mozzarella, salami, chickpeas, and olives to the mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing by combining olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the salad by pouring the dressing over the mixture and tossing gently.
- Serve the salad on a platter and garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy your Italian Chopped Salad immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Chill ingredients before mixing for a refreshing salad.
- Let the salad rest after dressing to meld flavors.
- Customize with seasonal vegetables or different proteins.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Italian Chopped Salad, fresh salad, healthy meal, Italian cuisine