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Italian Chopped Salad

Italian Chopped Salad
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Italian Chopped Salad is a delightful and vibrant dish brimming with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and colorful textures. This salad features a harmonious blend of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, savory Italian meats, and creamy cheeses, all drizzled with a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a refreshing side to your favorite Italian meal, this salad is both satisfying and healthy. With its easy preparation and versatility, it can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. Whip up this flavor-packed Italian Chopped Salad to impress your guests and elevate any dining experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 head Iceberg Lettuce (about 3 cups)
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce (about 3 to 4 cups)
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes (or 1 cup of diced)
  • 1 English Cucumber (sliced)
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 lb Salami (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • 4 ounces Provolone Cheese (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • (1) 14-ounce can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 Tablespoons Pepperoncinis (finely diced)
  • 1/4 Red Onion (sliced, optional)
  • Shaved Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 Garlic Clove (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon each Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. Chop iceberg and romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Dice tomatoes, cucumbers, mozzarella, provolone, salami, and finely dice pepperoncinis. If desired, slice the red onion.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas. Optionally toss them with olive oil, basil, oregano, and red chili flakes.
  3. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, mustard, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad before serving and toss to combine.

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