Description
This 10-Minute Crazy-Good Italian Chopped Salad is bursting with bold flavors from crisp vegetables, tangy pepperoncini, salami, cheese, and a zesty Italian dressing—perfect as a hearty side or light main dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped radicchio or red cabbage
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini
- 1/2 cup chopped salami
- 1/2 cup cubed provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine romaine, radicchio, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, pepperoncini, salami, and provolone cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use turkey or chickpeas instead of salami for a lighter version.
- Chop all ingredients uniformly for the best bite.
- Great served with crusty bread or as a filling in a wrap.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg