Italian Chopped Salad with Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette

A tangy Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette coats this Italian Chopped Salad, which is a great mix of fresh vegetables, salty salami, and smooth mozzarella cheese. This salad is great for a quick and tasty meal because it's cool and filling.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup salami, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, fresh mozzarella cheese, salami, fresh basil, and fresh parsley

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette dressing

Pour the vinaigrette dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl

Toss the salad thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing

Serve the Italian Chopped Salad immediately, garnished with extra fresh basil and parsley if desired

Enjoy your delicious salad!