Italian Chopped Salad Bowl (Printable Recipe)

Hearty Italian-style salad with meats, cheeses, and Mediterranean veggies—ready fast, no cooking required.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Greens

01 - 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
02 - 2 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped

→ Proteins

03 - 100 g salami, cut into strips
04 - 100 g pepperoni, cut into strips

→ Cheese

05 - 75 g provolone cheese, cubed
06 - 75 g mozzarella cheese, cubed

→ Antipasti

07 - 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
08 - 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
09 - 1/4 cup peperoncini, sliced

→ Vegetables

10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

→ Dressing & Herbs

12 - 1/4 cup Italian dressing, to taste
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil or oregano, chopped

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Wash and dry romaine and iceberg lettuces thoroughly, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
02 - Halve cherry tomatoes and place on paper towels to drain. Thinly slice red onion and peperoncini.
03 - Cut salami, pepperoni, provolone, and mozzarella into small strips or cubes for even distribution.
04 - In a large bowl, combine chopped greens, antipasti, meats, cheeses, and vegetables. Toss gently.
05 - Drizzle with Italian dressing. Toss gently and serve immediately to maintain crispness.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Mix salad just before serving to prevent sogginess and preserve texture.
02 - Dry greens thoroughly to avoid watering down the dish.
03 - Keep ingredients refrigerated separately if preparing in advance.

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