Italian Chopped Salad with Dressing (Printable)

Crunchy salad with vegetables, salami, olives, and cheese in zesty Italian dressing

# What You Need:

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→ Homemade Italian Dressing

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# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and honey in a small bowl or jar until fully emulsified. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
02 - Place Romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, roasted red peppers, olives, pepperoncini, mozzarella, Parmesan, and salami in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad immediately before serving. Toss gently using salad tongs to coat all ingredients evenly without damaging delicate components.
04 - Transfer to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with additional shaved Parmesan if desired. Serve promptly while vegetables remain crisp.

# Expert Suggestions:

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  • Everything gets chopped into bite sized pieces so every forkful contains all the flavors
  • The homemade dressing comes together in seconds and tastes infinitely better than store bought
  • You can prep all components ahead and assemble when hunger strikes
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  • The dressing can be made up to three days ahead and stored in the refrigerator
  • Wait until the last possible moment to dress the salad or the lettuce will become soggy
  • All vegetables should be completely dry before combining to prevent watered down flavor
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  • Let the salami strips sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving to maximize their flavor
  • Taste and adjust the dressing before adding it to the salad since vinegar intensity varies by brand

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