Italian Chopped Salad (gc) Recipe
grilled chicken, fresh greens & vegetables with white balsamic vinaigrette, italian salami & grana padano
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Ingredients
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Protein
Greens
Vegetables
Meats
Cheese
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Grill the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill on medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let it rest and then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
While the chicken is grilling, chop the romaine lettuce, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Slice the Salami
Cut the Italian salami into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Grate the Cheese
Using a grater, shred the Grana Padano cheese into small pieces.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, grilled chicken, Italian salami, and Grana Padano cheese.
- 7
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Divide the salad into bowls or plates and serve immediately. Enjoy your Italian Chopped Salad!
