Description
This Italian Chopped Salad combines crisp vegetables, savory beef strips, and zesty Italian dressing for a hearty, refreshing dish that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup beef strips
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- Add chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, green bell pepper, cucumbers, black olives, and red onion to a large mixing bowl.
- Grill or pan-cook the beef strips until browned and cooked through. Let rest briefly, then add to the salad.
- Pour Italian dressing over the mixture and toss well until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- For best texture, add dressing just before serving if prepping ahead.
- Swap beef for grilled chicken, tofu, or chickpeas for variation.
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, radishes, shredded cheese, or apple slices for extra crunch or sweetness.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh and served chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook (with optional grilling)
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
