Italian Chopped Salad, CPK and Olive Garden Hybrid, Great With Herb Mustard Vinaigrette

Ingredients

  • 1 Head Iceberg Lettuce – halved and chopped into thin slices
  • 2 Romaine Hearts – halved and chopped into thin slice
  • 12-14 Pepperoncini
  • 2 Cups Cherry Tomatoes – halved
  • 1 Can (6 Oz) Whole Black Olives
  • 2 Cups Salami – chopped
  • 2 Cups Mozzarella – freshly shredded
  • 1/2 Cup Red Onion – sliced into thin strips
  • 1/4 Cup Basil Leaves – chopped
  • 1 Bag Croutons

Optional Additions

  • 1 Can (15 Oz) Chickpeas – drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 Cup Ham – chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Pepperoni – chopped

Dressing

Directions

  1. Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Apply the dressing as desired and toss the salad to mix well.
  3. Continue to dress the salad until satisfied. Add ground black pepper and freshly grated parmesan if desired. Enjoy!