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Italian Chopped Salad with Fresh Mozzarella and Spicy Dressing

Italian Chopped Salad with Fresh Mozzarella and Spicy Dressing
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A vibrant Italian salad with crisp romaine, radicchio, mozzarella, zucchini, and zesty dressing. Packed with bold flavors and adaptable ingredients, it’s refreshing and perfect for light meals.

Ingredients

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1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup radicchio lettuce, chopped
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, ¼-inch cubes
1 medium zucchini, cut into matchsticks
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, rinsed and drained
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
½ English cucumber, diced
6 pepperoncini, sliced
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
â…“ cup chopped red onion
½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, grated
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
â…› teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, add the chopped romaine and radicchio.
Add mozzarella cubes, zucchini matchsticks, chickpeas, olives, bell pepper, cucumber, pepperoncini, tomatoes, and red onion.
Top with shaved Parmesan cheese.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours to enhance flavors.

Notes

Substitute zucchini with grilled eggplant or chickpeas for a more plant-based version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Adjust spice level by adding more red pepper flakes.
For a vegan option, omit Parmesan or use a vegan alternative.

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