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A large serving platter is filled with chopped salad.
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Italian Chopped Salad Recipe

Zesty and refreshing, Italian Chopped Salad is hearty enough for a meal. Loaded with flavor packed meat, crisp vegetables and tossed in a tangy dressing, it's ready in just minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 6
Author: Kellie
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 serving bowl
  • 1 kitchen knife
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 salad spinnger Optional

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped Radicchio
  • 2 cups chopped Romaine Lettuce
  • 2 cups chopped Escarole
  • 1 cup chopped English cucumber
  • 2 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls or diced fresh mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup green olives
  • 1/4 pound chopped salami
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers
  • 1 cup croutons
  • 1 1/2 cups Italian Dressing
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese optional

Instructions

  • Rinse the radicchio, romaine and escarole in cold water. Drain and pat dry or dry in salad spinner.
  • Arrange the radicchio, romaine and escarole on a platter.
  • Top the lettuce with the cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, mozzarella, olives, salami, red onion, peppers and croutons.
  • Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with the parmesan and serve immediately.

Notes

If making in advance, assemble the salad without the dressing and croutons. Right before serving, add the croutons and dressing, tossing to coat.

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 986mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2208IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 1mg