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Italian Chopped Salad: Discover the Freshest Recipe!

A refreshing and colorful Italian Chopped Salad packed with fresh vegetables, salami, and mozzarella, dressed in a tangy vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper any color, diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup salami diced
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella balls halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, Kalamata olives, salami, mozzarella balls, and parsley. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
  5. For best flavor, let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the ingredients to marinate in the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the salami with chickpeas or roasted vegetables.
  • Add avocado for a creamier texture and extra healthy fats.

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