Chopped Italian Salad
A vibrant and refreshing Chopped Italian Salad packed with crisp vegetables, zesty Italian flavors, and a tangy dressing—perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini, sliced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup salami, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, and pepperoncini.
- Add the cubed mozzarella cheese, chopped salami, and fresh parsley to the bowl.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
For added crunch, sprinkle toasted pine nuts or serve with crusty Italian bread on the side.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/chopped-italian-salad/