Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Italian Chopped Salad. Bursting with fresh vegetables, tangy feta, and zesty dressing, this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes. Perfect for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or a light lunch, it’s an easy yet impressive dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Wash and chop all the vegetables: romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell peppers.
- Combine the chopped ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Add Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
- Drizzle Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently until well mixed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg