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Italian Chopped Salad Recipe

Italian Chopped Salad Recipe

Amy
This Italian Chopped Salad is a vibrant medley of crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, and tangy pepperoncini, all tossed with creamy mozzarella and savory salami. Whether served as a side or a main, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that brings the essence of Italy to your table effortlessly.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

for the salad

  • 1 small head iceberg lettuce
  • 1 head radicchio
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 4 ounces fresh pearl mozzarella, drained
  • 4 ounces provolone cheese, diced
  • 5 pepperoncini, stemmed and sliced
  • 1 teaspoons oregano, for garnish
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, shallot, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, and set aside.
  • Cut the iceberg lettuce in half through the core, then cut out the core. Slice the lettuce lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips. Repeat with the radicchio.
  • In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, radicchio, tomatoes, chickpeas, mozzarella, provolone, and pepperoncini. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper and toss again. Sprinkle with extra oregano, and serve.
Keyword chopped, dressing, salad, vegetables
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