Italian Chopped Salad
This Italian chopped salad is a fresh, hearty mix of crisp greens, veggies, protein, and zesty vinaigrette. It’s vibrant, easy to prep, and satisfying enough for a full meal.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce or mixed greens
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 medium cucumber diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives halved
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese or Parmesan shavings
- 2 oz salami or pepperoni thinly sliced and chopped
- 1 cup cooked rotisserie chicken optional
- Fresh basil leaves torn (for garnish)
For the Dressing
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop all the vegetables into small pieces. Add the romaine, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, carrots, and olives to a big bowl.
- Mix in the feta (or Parmesan), salami or pepperoni, and chicken if using. Stir gently to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and honey (if using). Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth.
- Pour on half the dressing and toss gently. Add more if needed. Top with fresh basil.
- Scoop into bowls or plates and serve right away. Great with bread or focaccia on the side.