Description
This Italian Chopped Salad is a quick and flavorful meal, combining crisp iceberg lettuce with savory prosciutto cotto, mortadella, provolone cheese, and optional pepperoncini for a tangy kick. Tossed in a creamy mayo-based dressing with Italian seasoning and pepperoncini juice, this salad offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors for a satisfying lunch or light dinner in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Salad
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce
- 3 slices prosciutto cotto (or any sliced ham)
- 3 slices mortadella
- 3 slices provolone cheese
- ⅓ cup pepperoncini (sliced, optional)
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons mayo (more or less to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (more or less to taste)
- 1 tablespoon pepperoncini juice (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Chop the lettuce: Chop the iceberg lettuce into small, bite-sized pieces and place it on a clean cutting board.
- Add meats and cheese: Add the slices of prosciutto cotto, mortadella, provolone cheese, and pepperoncini (if using) onto the board with the lettuce.
- Finely chop all ingredients: Using a large sharp knife, chop all the ingredients together as finely as possible to evenly distribute all flavors.
- Add dressing: Add the mayo, Italian seasoning, and pepperoncini juice directly onto the chopped salad mixture.
- Mix and serve: Mix all ingredients thoroughly to coat the salad evenly with the dressing, then serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You can transfer the chopped salad into a bowl before adding and mixing the dressing if preferred.
- For added protein or a lighter option, consider adding more meat or substituting with lean ground turkey.
- Adjust the amount of mayo, seasoning, and pepperoncini juice to suit your taste preference.
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crisp texture of the lettuce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
