easy Italian chopped salad
A fresh Italian Chopped Salad made with lettuce, cucumbers, chickpeas, olives, Parmesan, and turkey salami.
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Salad
- 4 cups iceberg lettuce finely chopped
- 3 cups romaine lettuce finely chopped
- 4 Persian cucumbers chopped
- ½ cup halal turkey salami finely chopped
- 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup Kalamata olives chopped
- ¾ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Additional Parmesan cheese for serving optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as desired.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, turkey salami, garbanzo beans, olives, tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Toss the ingredients until evenly mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Toss again until every ingredient is coated. This Italian Chopped Salad should be evenly dressed but still crisp.
- Taste and add extra Parmesan or seasoning if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor.
- Add avocado for a creamier texture.
- Serve alongside grilled chicken, seafood, or soup.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh after tossing.