Italian Chopped Salad for Parties

Giulia M.

A vibrant Italian chopped salad perfect for parties, featuring fresh vegetables, savory meats, and tangy cheeses.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Course Salad

Cuisine Italian American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

1 large salad bowl
1 Cutting Board
1 chef's knife
1 Tongs

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/2 cup red onion sliced
1/2 cup black olives sliced
1/2 cup salami diced
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese cubed
1/4 cup pepperoncini sliced

Dressing

1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Instructions

Preparation

Wash and dry all vegetables. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onions and pepperoncini.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, onions, olives, salami, mozzarella, and pepperoncini.
Drizzle the Italian salad dressing over the ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to ensure an even coating.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serving

Serve the salad as a side dish or main course. It pairs well with grilled meats or pasta.

Storage

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best freshness, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.

Notes

Pro Tips: Use the freshest ingredients for the best taste. Dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute salami with turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
How to Serve: Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or pasta.
Storage & Freshness: Keep the salad and dressing separate to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the ingredients ahead of time and store them separately, combining just before serving.

Keyword chopped salad, easy Italian salad, party salad