Name: Easy Italian Chopped Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cucumber, diced; ½ cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed; ½ cup diced salami; ½ cup provolone cheese, cubed; ¼ cup sliced black olives; ¼ cup sliced pepperoncini; ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp garlic powder; Salt and black pepper, to taste

Description

Easy Italian Chopped Salad is a crisp and colorful salad loaded with romaine lettuce, salami, provolone cheese, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and pepperoncini, all tossed in a tangy homemade Italian vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side dish, this salad combines fresh veggies and savory ingredients for a delightful dish that is quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Salad

1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
½ cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup diced salami
½ cup provolone cheese, cubed
¼ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup sliced pepperoncini
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

Dressing

¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, drained chickpeas, diced salami, cubed provolone cheese, sliced olives, pepperoncini, and thinly sliced red onion. Gently mix them to combine all ingredients evenly.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a tangy Italian vinaigrette.
Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly to evenly coat all the salad components with the vinaigrette.
Serve Immediately: Serve the salad right away to enjoy the fresh crispness of the vegetables and the vibrant flavors. Optionally, chill the salad briefly before serving if you prefer it colder.

Notes

Add grilled chicken for a heartier meal.
Chill the ingredients before assembling for maximum freshness.
Store dressing separately if preparing ahead to keep the salad crisp.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Italian-American