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Italian Chopped Salad: A Bowl Full of Flavor and Fun

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A vibrant and hearty Italian Chopped Salad combining fresh vegetables, savory meats, creamy cheeses, and zesty dressing chopped into bite-sized pieces for a flavorful and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

6 cups chopped romaine lettuce

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

1 can (15 oz) artichoke hearts, coarsely chopped

1/2 cup olives (black or green), pitted and chopped

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

5 pepperoncini, stemmed and sliced

4 ounces provolone cheese, diced

4 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, drained

4 ounces salami, chopped

4 ounces pepperoni, chopped

1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped

1 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Chop all the vegetables, cheeses, and meats into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, pepperoncini, provolone, mozzarella, salami, and pepperoni.
  3. Add the chopped basil or parsley to the bowl.
  4. Drizzle the Italian dressing over the salad ingredients.
  5. Toss everything together gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  6. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit salami and pepperoni and add chickpeas or roasted vegetables for protein.
  • Ensure meats and dressing are gluten-free if following a gluten-free diet.
  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
  • Add hot sauce or extra pepperoncini for a spicy kick.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Add dressing just before serving to keep lettuce crisp.
  • You can substitute romaine with other lettuce varieties like iceberg or mixed greens.

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