Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsDragon BeauxCap's Chopped Italian Party Tray Recipe

Cap's Chopped Italian Party Tray Recipe

Inspired by Dragon Beaux
Time40m
Serves8

Fresh chopped lettuce, tomatoes, provolone cheese, salami, capacolla, prosciuttini, black olives, and red wine vinaigrette. Serves 6-8.

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Ingredients

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Catering

Red wine vinaigrette

Method

Salad base and assembly

  1. 1

    Rinse and dry lettuce; tear into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Dice or chop tomatoes into even pieces and add to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Add olives to the greens.

  4. 4

    Add provolone (cubed), salami (sliced and chopped), capicola (sliced and chopped), and prosciutto (torn into bite-sized pieces) to the bowl.

  5. 5

    Toss gently to distribute greens, tomatoes, olives, and meats with the cheese.

Red wine vinaigrette

  1. 6

    In a small bowl or jar, whisk together red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

  2. 7

    Slowly whisk in olive oil until the dressing emulsifies. Taste and adjust with sugar if desired.

Finish and serve

  1. 8

    Just before serving, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

  2. 9

    Transfer to a large catering tray. Garnish with additional olives if desired and serve.

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