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Best Italian Grinder Chopped Salad

A vibrant and crunchy salad with savory meats, creamy cheese, and fresh veggies drizzled in a tangy Italian dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup radicchio, chopped Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Quarter them.
  • 1 cup cucumbers, diced Dice into small pieces.
  • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced Slice thinly.
  • ½ cup pepperoncini, sliced Slice as desired.
Proteins and Cheese
  • 1 cup halal salami, diced Diced into small pieces.
  • 1 cup halal ham, diced Diced into small pieces.
  • 1 cup provolone cheese, cubed Cubed for easy mixing.
Dressings and Toppings
  • ½ cup black olives, sliced For extra flavor and texture.
  • ¾ cup Italian dressing (halal) Adjust to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop all your fresh veggies: romaine, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the chopped vegetables along with the sliced pepperoncini.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Add the diced halal salami, diced halal ham, and cubes of provolone cheese to the bowl.
  2. Drizzle half of the Italian dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
  3. Gently fold in the sliced black olives for added texture and flavor.
Serving
  1. Serve your Best Italian Grinder Chopped Salad immediately or let it chill in the fridge for a bit to meld the flavors.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days. For best crunch, dress just before serving.