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A vibrant and crunchy Italian Chopped Salad with crisp lettuce, peppery radicchio, juicy tomatoes, creamy cheeses, and tangy pepperoncini, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as a refreshing side or light main dish.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1/2 shallot, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 small head iceberg lettuce

1 head radicchio

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered

1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

4 ounces fresh pearl mozzarella, drained

4 ounces provolone cheese, diced

5 pepperoncini, stemmed and sliced

1 teaspoon oregano, for garnish

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, shallot, garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to make the vinaigrette. Set aside.
  2. Cut the iceberg lettuce in half through the core, remove the core, and slice lengthwise into thin strips. Repeat with the radicchio.
  3. In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, radicchio, red onion, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, mozzarella, provolone, and pepperoncini.
  4. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
  5. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, toss again, and sprinkle with extra oregano before serving.

Notes

  • For a deli-style version, add cubed Genoa salami.
  • Swap mozzarella for feta for a tangier flavor.
  • Use mixed greens instead of iceberg and radicchio for a softer texture.
  • Add cucumber or roasted red peppers for extra crunch and color.
  • Replace chickpeas with cannellini beans for a creamier bite.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; keep dressing separate if making ahead.

Nutrition

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