Chopped Salad Gf Recipe
Romaine, Cucumbers, Olives, Roasted Peppers, Tomatoes, Onions, Balsamic Vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Romaine
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Remove any wilted or damaged leaves. Dry the lettuce using a salad spinner or by patting it gently with a clean kitchen towel. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Finely chop the roasted red peppers. Dice the red onion into small pieces. Add the cucumber, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and red onion to the salad bowl with the romaine.
- 3
Add Olives
Drain the olives if they are canned or jarred. Slice the olives in half if desired for easy eating. Add the olives to the salad bowl and toss all the ingredients together gently.
Dressing Preparation
- 4
Make the Balsamic Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. If desired, add a bit more olive oil for a milder flavor.
Final Assembly
- 5
Combine Salad and Dressing
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad mixture in the bowl. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients with the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 6
