Description
This Italian Chopped Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines fresh lettuce, savory salami, tangy pepperoncini, and more, all tossed in a zesty Italian vinaigrette. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Romaine Lettuce:
2 large heads, prepared according to Notes below
Red Onion:
1/2 medium, thinly sliced
Pepperoncini Rings:
1/2 cup
Black Olives:
1/2 cup, sliced
Provolone:
1/2 pound, sliced and cut into ribbons
Salami:
1/2 pound, sliced and cut into ribbons
Cherry or Grape Tomatoes:
12 ounces, halved
Black Pepper:
Freshly ground
Italian Vinaigrette:
as needed
Instructions
- To serve the salad already dressed: In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, red onion, pepperoncini, olives, provolone, salami, and tomatoes. Drizzle with Italian Vinaigrette, toss gently, season to taste, and serve.
- To serve the salad with dressing on the side: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and serve dressing separately.
- To prepare in advance: Make vinaigrette ahead. Prep salad ingredients, store separately, then assemble when ready to serve.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for uniform onion slices.
- Chill ingredients if preparing in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
