Bold & Zesty Italian Chopped Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Salad Base
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6 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
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1 cup diced tomatoes
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1 cup chopped canned artichoke hearts
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½ cup sliced black or green olives
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¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
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¼ cup sliced pepperoncini
→ Cheese & Meats
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½ cup chopped provolone cheese
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8 oz fresh mozzarella balls, halved
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½ cup chopped salami
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½ cup chopped pepperoni
→ Finishing Touches
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
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½ cup Italian dressing (or homemade)
# Instructions:
01 -
Wash and chop all vegetables. Dice the cheeses and meats. Halve the mozzarella balls.
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In a large bowl, add the chopped lettuce as the base. Top with all the other ingredients - tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, pepperoncini, cheeses, and meats.
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Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley. Drizzle the Italian dressing over the top.
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Gently toss everything together to coat evenly with dressing. Serve immediately for the best crunch!
# Notes:
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This is a no-cook classic loaded with meats, cheeses, and Mediterranean flavors.
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Ready in minutes and always crowd-approved!
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The salad is best served immediately after tossing to maintain maximum crunchiness.
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You can make your own Italian dressing or use store-bought for convenience.