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EASY Italian Chopped Salad Recipe

Jami Powell
Our favorite Italian meats and a large variety of fresh ripe produce make this Easy Italian Chopped Salad Recipe a family favorite lunchtime treat. Salads are so versatile, so add in your favorite ingredients or leave out the ones you don't prefer. Serve it up with your favorite pasta dish or a side of warm, comforting Italian soup. Delicioso!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 395 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ounces salami thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomato
  • ⅓ cucumber diced
  • 6 black olives
  • 1-2 ounces red onion
  • 2 pepperoncini peppers sliced
  • 1 radish sliced
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 10 croutons
  • shaved parmesan to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Dressing

  • ¼ cup Italian dressing

Instructions
 

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the thinly sliced salami, chopped romaine lettuce, diced tomato, cucumber, sliced black olives, thinly sliced red onion, sliced pepperoncini peppers, and thinly sliced radish.
  • Sprinkle the Italian seasoning evenly over the salad ingredients. Season with salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
  • Generously sprinkle the shaved Parmesan cheese over the salad. Add the croutons on top to provide a delightful crunch and texture.
  • Gently toss the salad ingredients until well combined and evenly coated with the seasoning. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storage Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
Freeze This dish is not freezer friendly.
Reheat No reheating required.
Substitutions
  • Romaine Lettuce: Instead of romaine lettuce, you can use iceberg lettuce, spinach, or mixed greens as a base for your salad.
  • Parmesan Cheese: Feel free to substitute shaved Parmesan cheese with white cheddar or shredded mozzarella for a slightly different flavor.
  • Protein: Add grilled chicken or chick peas for a protein boost. 
  • Vegetables: Mix and match your favorite veggies! Try roasted red peppers, artichokes, or hearts of palm.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 17gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 1820mgPotassium: 881mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 10154IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 4mg
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