Italian Chopped Salad with Halal Meats and Fresh Vegetables
A vibrant Italian salad combining halal salami, cheeses, and crisp vegetables, tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or festive spread, ready in 15 minutes with no cooking required.
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 15
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Chopping and Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 English cucumber, seeded and sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella, cubed
1/4–1/2 lb halal-certified salami, cut into small pieces
4 oz provolone cheese, cubed
1 (14-oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 Tbsp pepperoncinis, chopped
1/4 red onion, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup shaved parmesan cheese
Homemade Italian dressing (see below)
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Italian Dressing:
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (non-alcoholic substitute)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber.
Cube mozzarella, provolone, and halal salami.
Drain and rinse chickpeas.
Prepare the dressing by whisking oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, mustard, salt, and pepper.
Toss all ingredients with dressing.
Serve immediately or chill.
Notes
Use halal-certified meats for compliance. Adjust vinegar to taste. Optional red onion adds tang. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg