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Italian Chopped Salad

A vibrant Italian chopped salad featuring crisp greens, juicy tomatoes, and zesty olives, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Wash and dry thoroughly before chopping
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved for enhanced flavor
  • 1 medium Cucumber Seedless, peeling is optional
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted for easier eating
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced, soak in water to mellow flavor if desired
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mix of red, yellow, or orange, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, choose high-quality for best taste
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped, adjust amount to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all fresh ingredients for your Italian chopped salad.
  2. Chop the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Incorporate kalamata olives and fresh basil to enhance the salad's flavor.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine all the chopped vegetables with the dressing and toss gently.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be served as a side or main dish.

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