“Increidble flavor! Seriously, this is restaurant quality. I will be making again and again. Make extra dressing because it is delish!”
This Italian Chop Chop Salad is a vibrant and hearty salad that’s perfect for a crowd. It’s packed with a variety of Italian deli meats, cheeses, and vegetables, all tossed in a tangy and herby red wine vinaigrette.
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Ingredients:
Salad:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Romaine Hearts (shredded or chopped) | 2 |
| Salami (sliced, cubed) | 1/2 pound |
| Pepperoni (diced) | 1/2 pound |
| Provolone Cheese (sliced, cubed) | 1/2 pound |
| Parmesan Cheese (cubed) | 1 cup |
| Marinated Mini Mozzarella Balls | 1 (8 oz) package |
| Cucumber (thinly sliced) | 1 |
| Red Bell Pepper (sliced strips) | 1 |
| Banana Peppers or Pepperoncini (sliced) | 1 cup |
| White Onion (thinly sliced strips) | 1 cup |
Dressing:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Red Wine Vinegar | 1 cup |
| Extra-Virgin Olive Oil | 1/2 cup |
| Garlic Powder | 1 tablespoon |
| Dried Basil | 1 tablespoon |
| Brown Sugar (optional) | 2 teaspoons |
| Kosher Salt | 2 teaspoons |
| Black Pepper | 2 teaspoons |
Instructions:
- Prepare the dressing: In a measuring cup or a spouted bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic powder, dried basil, brown sugar (if using), kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside until ready to use.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, place the chopped romaine lettuce, cubed salami, diced pepperoni, cubed provolone cheese, cubed parmesan cheese, marinated mini mozzarella balls, thinly sliced cucumber, sliced red bell pepper strips, sliced banana peppers or pepperoncini, and thinly sliced white onion strips.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle ¾ cup of the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
- Toss and marinate: Toss the salad ingredients gently but thoroughly to coat them evenly with the dressing. Let the salad sit for at least 20 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve: Serve the Italian Chop Chop Salad, allowing guests to add more of the reserved dressing as desired. Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying salad!
