Italian Chopped Salad Recipe
grilled chicken, fresh greens & vegetables with white balsamic vinaigrette, italian salami & grana padano
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Grilled Chicken
If not already grilled, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large salad bowl.
- 3
Add the Proteins
Add the sliced grilled chicken and diced Italian salami to the salad bowl.
- 4
Add the Cheese
Grate or shave the Grana Padano cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
Vinaigrette Preparation
- 5
Mix the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl or jar, combine white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well to combine until emulsified.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the chopped salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Divide the salad into serving bowls or plates and enjoy immediately.
