Description
A quick and flavorful Italian Chopped Salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce, refreshing cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and savory slices of Genoa salami, all tossed in a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing and topped with creamy part-skim mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a light lunch or a tasty side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad Base
- 4 cups chopped romaine
- 1/2 cup peeled English cucumber, cubed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Red onion, sliced (about 1/4 cup)
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 1/2 roasted red pepper (in water, chopped)
- 1 ounce Genoa salami, sliced
- 6 tablespoons shredded part-skim mozzarella
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing and base: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, peeled and cubed English cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, then season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss everything gently to evenly coat the salad ingredients in the dressing.
- Add the toppings: Once the salad base is dressed and mixed, top it with the chopped roasted red pepper, sliced Genoa salami, and shredded part-skim mozzarella. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, crisp romaine lettuce and ripe cherry tomatoes.
- You can substitute the Genoa salami with another cured meat like pepperoni or omit for a vegetarian version.
- Adjust the amount of olive oil and vinegar according to your taste preferences.
- This salad is best served fresh; ingredients like mozzarella can soften if the salad sits too long.
- Consider adding a sprinkle of Italian herbs like oregano or basil for extra flavor.
