Italian Chopped Salad
This Italian Chopped Salad is a flavorful mix of crisp romaine, radicchio, salami, smoked mozzarella, tomatoes, chickpeas, and zesty pepperoncini, all tossed in a tangy Italian vinaigrette and topped with Parmesan and pine nuts. Irresistible flavor and texture in every bite!
Servings: 6
Calories: 291kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine heart well chopped
- 1 ½ cups iceberg lettuce well chopped
- 1 ½ cups radicchio well chopped
- 15 ounce can chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes assorted colors
- ¾ cup Italian dry salami cut into thin matchsticks
- ¾ cup smoked mozzarella cut into thin matchsticks
- ½ cup pepperoncini thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts toasted (see below)
Italian Vinaigrette
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon
- 1 garlic clove finely minced or pressed
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
For the Dressing
- Add all the ingredients to a mason jar or other airtight container with a tight fitting lid, secure the lid, and shake well until slightly emulsified (thickened).
For the Salad
- Add all the ingredients, except the pine nuts and Parmesan, to a salad bowl. Toss with as much dressing as you’d like and top with Parmesan and pine nuts.
To Toast the Pine Nuts
- Place them in a skillet over LOW heat. Cook, tossing frequently, for a few minutes until lightly toasted.
Nutrition
Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 659mg | Potassium: 395mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2.453IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 2mg