Italian Chopped Salad with Cheese & Salami

This Italian Chopped Salad is everything you want in a really good salad! It’s fresh, crunchy, a little salty and full of flavour. Think crisp romaine, vibrant radicchio, paper-thin fennel, ribbons of Italian salami and creamy provolone, all tossed in a zingy red wine vinaigrette with plenty of Parmesan. Every forkful has a little bit of everything, and that’s exactly what makes it so good. Best of all? Just 20 minutes and dinner (or a seriously good lunch) is sorted.

Ingredients for Italian Chopped Salad

What makes this Italian chopped salad so good? It’s the combination of crisp vegetables, salty Italian favourites and a punchy homemade dressing. Every ingredient brings something to the bowl.

• Romaine lettuce and radicchio: Romaine hearts provide a fresh, juicy crunch, while radicchio adds a lovely burgundy colour and a pleasantly bitter edge that balances the richer ingredients.
• Fennel and celery: Thinly sliced fennel brings a subtle aniseed sweetness, while celery adds even more crunch and freshness. Together, they give this salad its wonderfully crisp texture.
• Italian salami: Salame Milano is a great choice for its savoury flavour. Genoa salami is another good option. Choose a good-quality salami and slice it into thin strips so it mixes easily with the vegetables. 
• Provolone and Parmesan: Mild provolone adds a creamy, nutty and slightly buttery flavour, while freshly grated Parmesan brings a delicious salty, nutty finish.
• Fresh parsley: A handful of flat-leaf parsley adds colour and a fresh, herby lift.
• Red wine vinaigrette: Extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic and oregano come together in a bright, tangy Italian-style dressing. The little touch of honey is especially good with the bitterness of radicchio.

How to Make This Chopped Salad with Cheese & Salami

DThis easy Italian chopped salad comes together in minutes. The secret is to finely slice or chop the ingredients, depending on your preference, so you get a little of every flavour and texture in each bite.

1. Prepare the vegetables: Finely slice or chop the romaine and radicchio, depending on your preference, then thinly slice the celery and fennel. A mandoline works especially well for shaving the fennel.
2. Make the vinaigrette: Whisk or shake together the dressing ingredients until well combined. Season to taste.
3. Assemble the salad: Combine the vegetables, salami, provolone and parsley in a large serving bowl.
4. Toss and serve:  Add the vinaigrette, toss gently to coat and finish with freshly grated Parmesan. È pronto! Buon appetito!

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Handy Tools for Italian Chopped Salad

A couple of kitchen favourites make prepping this salad a breeze. A mandoline slicer is brilliant for shaving fennel into delicate, paper-thin slices (just be sure to use the safety guard!), while a salad spinner gets the romaine and radicchio nice and dry. That way, the vinaigrette coats every leaf beautifully instead of getting watered down.

5 Reasons to Love This Mixed Salad with Cheese & Salami

What’s not to love about a salad that’s crunchy, colourful and packed with flavour? This Italian chopped salad has all the good stuff – fresh vegetables, savoury Italian favourites and a zingy dressing that brings it all together. Here are five reasons you’ll want to make it on repeat.

• Fresh and crunchy: Romaine, radicchio, fennel and celery deliver plenty of crisp texture.
• Full of flavour: Salty salami, creamy provolone and tangy vinaigrette balance the slightly bitter radicchio.
• Ready in 20 minutes: No cooking required, just a little chopping and tossing.
• Light yet satisfying: Perfect for lunch, a light dinner or a fresh side dish.
• Perfect for sharing: A colourful salad that’s just as good for casual lunches as it is for summer gatherings and dinner parties.

More Mediterranean Salad Recipes to Try

If you love this Italian chopped salad, there’s plenty more Mediterranean-inspired goodness to try! My Mediterranean Sardine and White Bean Salad is fresh, zesty and satisfying, while the Italian Potato Salad is perfect for sharing. For a quick lunch or easy side, try the Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes & Olives. Or make the colourful Italian Rice Salad with Olives & Sun-Dried Tomatoes – perfect for make-ahead lunches, easy dinners or sharing with friends.

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Italian Chopped Salad with Cheese & Salami

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A fresh and crunchy Italian chopped salad with romaine, radicchio, fennel, celery, Italian salami and provolone, tossed in a tangy homemade red wine vinaigrette. Easy to prepare and full of flavour.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 331

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Ingredients

  

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For the salad:

• 1 small romaine lettuce (romaine heart), finely sliced or chopped
• 1/2 small radicchio, finely sliced or chopped
• 2–3 celery stalks, thinly sliced
• 1/2 small fennel bulb, cored and very thinly sliced
• 80–100 g good-quality Italian salami (Salame Milano), cut into thin strips
• 80–100 g provolone cheese, cut into small cubes
• 1 small handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 30 g Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

For the dressing:

• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (60 ml)
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (30 ml)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/2 small garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

 

1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or glass jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic and oregano. Whisk (or shake) until well combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
2. Assemble the salad: In a large serving bowl, combine the romaine, radicchio, celery, fennel, salami, provolone, parmesan and parsley.
3. Dress the salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal

Notes

Substitutions: Mild provolone can be replaced with Scamorza, gouda or fontina.
Serving suggestion: Delicious as a light main course with crusty bread or as a side dish alongside pizza, pasta or grilled chicken.

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