Description
Looking for the best Italian salad idea? This quick and easy Italian chopped salad is fresh, healthy, and full of bold flavor! With salami, olives, tomatoes, and mozzarella, it’s perfect for lunch, picnics, or a hearty dinner side. A simple classic packed with texture and vibrant ingredients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cucumber sliced
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup salami sliced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella pearls
- 1/3 cup olives (green or black)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop romaine lettuce and slice all vegetables and salami.
- Add lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, salami, mozzarella, and olives to a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss well to coat evenly.
- Top with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep dressing separate until serving if prepping ahead.
- Try provolone or shaved parmesan as cheese alternatives.
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Balsamic glaze or pesto can be added for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg