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an italian chopped salad in a bowl next to a jar of vinaigrette
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Italian Chopped Salad For One

This single serving Italian Chopped Salad is a fresh, flavorful mix of crisp lettuce, savory meats, creamy mozzarella, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. It’s easy to make, customizable, and perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: chopped salad, dressing, italian chopped salad, lemon vinaigrette, salad, vinaigrette
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

  • bowl

Ingredients

For the Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ tablespoon dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon honey (adjust to taste)
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • pinch coarsely ground black pepper

For the Salad

  • ¼ small head of iceberg lettuce
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onions
  • ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ cup canned chickpeas -rinsed and drained
  • 1 ounce salami -thinly sliced
  • 1 ounce ham -thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup mozzarella pearls
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced pepperoncini
  • 4 large basil leaves -thinly sliced
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Instructions

  • Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, honey, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Slice the Lettuce: Cut the iceberg lettuce into 1/4-inch strips.
  • Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, chickpeas, salami, ham, mozzarella, pepperoncini, and basil.
  • Dress and Toss: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat. Adjust seasonings or ingredients to taste.
  • Serve: Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Make the Dressing Ahead: Prepare the vinaigrette a day in advance for more developed flavor. Store in a sealed container in the fridge.
  • Cut Ingredients Evenly: Chop the salad ingredients into similar-sized pieces so they're easier to eat and mix.
  • Rinse Chickpeas: Drain and rinse canned chickpeas to reduce excess salt and improve texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving with dressing | Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1350mg | Potassium: 547mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

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