Bold Zesty Italian Chopped Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Fresh lettuce, meats, cheeses, veggies, and Italian dressing blend for a bold, flavorful crunchy dish.
# What You Need:
→ 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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0.5 cup sliced black or green olives
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0.25 cup thinly sliced red onion
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0.25 cup sliced pepperoncini
→ Cheese & Meats
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0.5 cup chopped provolone cheese
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225 g fresh mozzarella balls, halved
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0.5 cup chopped salami
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0.5 cup chopped pepperoni
→ Finishing Touches
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
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0.5 cup Italian dressing
# How to Make It:
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Wash and chop the lettuce, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and pepperoncini. Thinly slice the red onion. Slice or halve olives as needed. Dice the provolone, chop the salami and pepperoni, and halve the mozzarella balls.
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In a large mixing bowl, arrange the chopped lettuce as the base. Evenly distribute the tomatoes, artichoke hearts, sliced olives, red onion, pepperoncini, provolone, mozzarella balls, salami, and pepperoni over the greens.
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Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil or parsley atop the assembled ingredients and drizzle with Italian dressing.
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Gently toss all components together to ensure even coating with the dressing. Serve immediately to preserve the crisp texture.
# Important Notes:
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For optimal texture, enjoy the salad just after tossing with the dressing.
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Homemade or store-bought Italian dressing can be used according to preference.
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Salad is designed for quick, no-cook assembly and is ideal for gatherings.