Description
This Italian Chopped Salad is a vibrant and hearty mix of fresh romaine, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers, complemented by savory salami, provolone cheese, and tangy pepperoncini. Tossed in a zesty homemade red wine vinaigrette, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal no-cook dish for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped radicchio or red cabbage
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini
- 1/2 cup salami or pepperoni, chopped
- 1/2 cup provolone cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup black olives or Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, rinsed chickpeas, sliced pepperoncini, chopped salami, cubed provolone cheese, sliced olives, and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to mix evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until the mixture is fully emulsified and well combined.
- Toss the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh taste, or cover and chill for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami or substitute with plant-based deli slices.
- Ingredients can be prepped in advance and stored separately; dress the salad just before serving for optimal freshness.
- Add croutons or grilled chicken to make the salad more hearty and filling.
