Best 8 Greek Italian Chopped Salad Recipes

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If you're longing for a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines the vibrant culinary traditions of Greece and Italy, look no further than the Greek Italian Chopped Salad. This delectable salad tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of fresh, crisp vegetables, savory meats, tangy cheeses, and a zesty dressing. Each bite offers a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, transporting you to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or seeking a healthy and satisfying meal, the Greek Italian Chopped Salad is a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHOPPED GREEK SALAD



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While living in San Diego during college, I had a favorite Greek casual dining spot. Now that I'm back in my hometown, I've re-created some dishes from the Greek diner and it takes me right back. -Jennifer Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups chopped romaine
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/3 cup sliced Greek olives
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped pepperoncini
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons pepperoncini juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHOPPED GREEK SALAD



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This Greek salad recipe is the best! It features chopped romaine lettuce and colorful garden vegetables, plus irresistible olives, feta cheese, and a simple Greek vinaigrette. Recipe yields 6 to 8 side servings or 3 to 4 meal-sized servings (that's a lot of salad!). If you store the salad separately from the vinaigrette, it will keep well for up to 4 days.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

10 ounces chopped romaine lettuce* (about 2 medium or 3 small heads, chopped)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 medium cucumber (about 8 ounces), seeded and chopped
1 yellow or orange bell pepper
1/2 medium red onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives
6 ounces feta cheese, sliced into 1/4" cubes (about 1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 medium cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes, for heat (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, onion, parsley, olives and feta. Toss the ingredients together and set aside.
  • To prepare the vinaigrette, combine all of the ingredients in a liquid measuring cup and whisk until blended. Taste, and add more vinegar if you'd like a more tangy dressing, or more honey for a more tame dressing.
  • If you'll be serving all of the salad at once, go ahead and drizzle enough dressing in to lightly coat the salad and toss to combine. I prefer to store the salad and dressing separately so I can enjoy salad for a few days. Whisk the dressing again before drizzling (if the olive oil solidifies a bit in the refrigerator, don't worry, that's normal-just let it warm up for about 5 minutes at room temperature or microwave for 10 to 20 seconds).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 side salad with 1/8th of salad dressing, Calories 246 calories, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 502.6 mg, Fat 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg

GREEK SALAD I



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This is an incredibly good Greek salad recipe, nice and tangy and even better in the summer when you use fresh vegetables!

Provided by Meesh

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head romaine lettuce- rinsed, dried and chopped
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 lemon, juiced
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the Romaine, onion, olives, bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumber and cheese.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, oregano, lemon juice and black pepper. Pour dressing over salad, toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 537.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

SUPER ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD



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Antipasto ingredients are sliced and diced to make this substantial chop salad. I like to buy sliced meat from the deli and chop it all up so you can get a bit of everything in each bite. -Kim Molina, Duarte, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups torn romaine
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
5 slices deli ham, chopped
5 thin slices hard salami, chopped
5 slices pepperoni, chopped
3 slices provolone cheese, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Pepperoncini, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with pepperoncini, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ITALIAN SALAD WITH FETA



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Romaine lettuce with chickpeas, salami, olives, and feta tossed in lemon and oregano flavored vinaigrette. It's a great salad to serve alongside a main dish or on its own.

Provided by Katya

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tsp. white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
6 cups romaine, roughly chopped
1/3 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup Genoa salami, sliced 1/4-inch strips
1/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk all the ingredients until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a large bowl combine the salad ingredients. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss until combined. Taste for salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Sugar 4.2 g, Sodium 1017.3 mg, Fat 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8.3 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg

GREEK-ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD



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Provided by Steve Silverman

Categories     Salad     Bean     Olive     No-Cook     Picnic     Lunch     Buffet     Feta     Meat     Fennel     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Vermont     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 small garlic clove, minced
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 15 1/2-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup very thinly sliced red onion
1 cup very thinly sliced fresh fennel bulb
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 ounces thinly sliced Italian Genoa salami, cut into strips
1/4 cup sliced pitted Kalamata olives

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, oregano, and garlic in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine lettuce, garbanzo beans, bell pepper, red onion, fennel, feta cheese, salami, and sliced olives in large bowl. Pour dressing over; toss to coat. Mound salad on platter and serve.

BEVERLY HILLS CHOPPED SALAD



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 vine-ripe tomatoes, seeds removed and chopped
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1 romaine heart, chopped
One 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
5 ounces dry salami, julienned
1 cup grated fresh mozzarella
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the tomatoes, iceberg, romaine, chickpeas, salami and mozzarella to a large salad bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, Parmesan, vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a measuring cup or mason jar. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the dressing to the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Italian Chopped Salad Recipe by Tasty image

All of your favorite Italian flavors are chopped together in this hearty salad. Full of tender and bitter greens, hearty protein from salami and chickpeas, and flavor boosters like Provolone, pepperoncini, and a garlicky vinaigrette, it's satisfying enough to stand alone, or can be served alongside your favorite dishes for an Italian feast.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 romaine hearts, thinly sliceds
1 small head of radicchio, thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced hard salami
½ cup thinly sliced Provolone cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 oz 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup thinly sliced pepperoncini
4 garlic cloves, minceds
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Make the salad: In a large bowl, toss together the romaine, radicchio, salami, Provolone, tomatoes, chickpeas, red onion, and pepperoncini.
  • Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the garlic, mustard, Parmesan, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking until smooth and emulsified.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chop the vegetables into small, even pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add color, flavor, and texture to the salad.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • Use a light vinaigrette or dressing to avoid overpowering the flavors of the vegetables.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Greek-Italian chopped salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and refreshing crunch, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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