Description
A vibrant and hearty Italian Chopped Salad featuring fresh iceberg lettuce, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, and a medley of cheeses, all tossed in a zesty lemon and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect for a quick, nutritious meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup radicchio, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup pearl mozzarella, halved
- 1/2 cup provolone cheese, diced
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini, sliced
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon shallot, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, red wine vinegar, finely chopped shallot, minced garlic, and dried oregano until combined.
- Emulsify: Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking, to create a smooth, emulsified dressing.
- Season: Taste the dressing, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add chopped iceberg lettuce, sliced radicchio, thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and drained chickpeas.
- Add Cheeses and Pepperoncini: Incorporate the halved pearl mozzarella, diced provolone cheese, and sliced pepperoncini into the salad bowl.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to serving plates or a large serving bowl and enjoy immediately for the freshest taste and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add extra pepperoncini or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with grape tomatoes if preferred.
- This salad is best served immediately to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and radicchio.
- Leftover salad can be stored in the refrigerator but dress just before serving to prevent wilting.
