Spring is less than a week away and with it comes wonderful fresh recipes. Don’t get me wrong I love stews, pot roasts and meatloaves as much as the next gal but there is just something magical about fresh spring and summer produce. It is just time to move on to fresher, healthier recipes that get our bodies, mind and spirit moving in a super energized way.
Just look at how beautiful this Italian Chopped Salad with Fresh Italian Dressing is. You are going to love all the fresh flavor packed in this super nutritious salad. It is perfect by itself or served with a small bowl of pasta, bowl of soup, Homemade Calzone Recipe or Stromboli. It is delicious with this Garlic and Spinach Alfredo Chicken Pasta from Will Cook for Smiles. Are you a salad lover? If so let us know what is your favorite salad is in the comments. I love to hear from you.
This salad can easily be doubled or tripled for a holiday party, neighborhood soiree, family reunion or potluck. Prepare the dressing ahead of time and save yourself a little bit of inconvenience. Your guests are going to love this and they will be singing your praises.
So if you or your loved ones are hungry for a delectable meal that is power packed with plenty of nutrition then put this Italian Chopped Salad with Fresh Italian Dressing on your rotation for the week.
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PrintItalian Chopped Salad with Fresh Italian Dressing
This light-yet-filling chopped Italian salad is packed with ALL the best things about Spring: fresh veggies, cheese, crispy croutons, and a fresh homemade Italian dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Italian Dressing
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1/3 cup olive oil
Italian Salad
- 10 ounces chopped romaine lettuce (about 2 medium or 3 small heads, chopped)
- 1 cup sliced grape tomatoes
- 1/3 cup very thinly sliced red onions
- 1 cup peperoncinis stems removed
- 1 cup Italian croutons
- 1/2 cup small cubed whole milk mozzarella (or pearls)
- 1/4 lb Italian salami sliced in ribbons
- 1 jar (6 ounce) marinated quartered artichoke hearts drained
Instructions
- In small bowl whisk together red wine vinegar, garlic, sugar, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in olive oil.
- In large bowl combine romaine, grape tomatoes, red onions, peperoncinis, croutons, mozzarella, salami and artichoke hearts. Drizzle with dressing; toss and serve promptly.
Keywords: chopped Italian salad, Italian salad, fresh salad, Italian salad recipe, homemade Italian dressing
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Nancy Salb
This is a great recipe! I will make it again. Definitely a keeper! I did just use bottled dressing to save time, but I will make the homemade dressing next time! I can’t wait to make it again. As a side salad we had plenty for 5 people. Thank you for this recipe!
★★★★★
Beth Pierce
Thanks Nancy! So happy that you liked it!
Kathleen F Sullivan
This sounds DELICIOUS!!! I will be making it…..what are Italian Croutons?? are they much different than regular croutons??
Beth Pierce
Just croutons with lots of Italian spices.
Jenny
I’m seeing the Italian salad recipe- sounds great, but I’m not seeing the “chopped” part. Isn’t that what chopped salad means?- you make the tossed salad or whatever, then put it in the chopping bowl and chop it with the chopper thing to make it in very small, easily-fork able pieces?
Beth Pierce
Yes chopped salads are just that. Everything is chopped and tossed together instead of layered.
Karen
I madE the recipe as directed. It claimed Serves 6; I only served 4. It was barely enough for 4 I served iit as a summer entree with bread after an appetizer. We are all older ladies. I think realistically for a summer entree, it would serve 3. However, it was great. Tasting. I did add garbanzo beans and some olives
★★★★★
Beth Pierce
Glad that you liked the salad! Noted on the servings. Good thing to let the readers know about the serving sizes!
Anita
I LOVED this salad. Very fresh and crisp, and low carb if you are following a LCHF way or eating, keto friendly. I will admit that I omitted the olives as I am not a fanAbsolutely delicious and something just slightly different than a normal, every day salad.
★★★★★
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much! Glad that you enjoyed this!
Chichi
This salad tastes amazing. I love the homemade Italian dressing. So so good.
★★★★★
Genevieve
Well, this recipe looks amazing! Pinning for later, thank you!
Chris
This is 100% salad goals! Can’t wait to give the recipe a go this weekend 🙂
Michelle Miller
Such a tasteful salad you got there! Love the Italian touch and the beautiful whole foods in it!
★★★★★
Beth Neels
I just made your salad with the the dressing. It was a perfect light meal for a summer night when I didn’t want to cook! Thanks for the inspiration!
★★★★★