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La cucina di Rita
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Chopped Italian(ish) Salad

Cultural Context

Chopped Italian Salad, often enjoyed in Italian-American cuisine, combines fresh vegetables and cured meats, reflecting the Mediterranean emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients. This salad is a staple at family gatherings and picnics, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Italy. Variations abound, with different regions adding their own twist, making it a beloved dish worldwide.

ItalianITside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
400 g di petto di pollo
200 g di pomodorini
1 cetriolo
1/2 avocado
poca cipolla rossa
1 cucchiaio d'olio
1 cucchiaio di aceto balsamico
1 cucchiaio di succo di limone
sale
pepe
origano
timo
4 zucchine di media grandezza
100 g di ceci lessati
100 g di mais lessato
100 g di tonno sott’olio
4 pomodori secchi
30 g olive
il succo di mezzo limone
2 cucchiai d’olio
2 foglie di salvia
un rametto di rosmarino
800 g di patate lesse
150 g di yogurt bianco greco
2 cetriolini sottaceto
10 capperi
1 cucchiaino di senape
olive
timo
400 g di anguria
100 g feta
succo di limone
basilico
120 g di un mix di cereali (farro, orzo e riso)
140 g di ceci lessati
1 pomodoro rosso
1 costa di sedano
10 olive
1/2 peperone rosso
30 g ricotta salata
2 cucchiai di succo di limone
olio
sale
timo
2 foglie di menta
2 foglie di basilico

salami

🥗Healthier: turkey salami

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey salami is lower in fat while ham is often less expensive.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Feta offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories, while cheddar is commonly available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

1

Prepare the chicken salad by cooking the chicken breast and combining it with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onion, oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.

2

For the zucchini salad, slice the zucchini and mix it with boiled chickpeas, boiled corn, tuna, dried tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, oil, salt, pepper, sage, and rosemary.

3

Boil the potatoes for the potato salad, then mix with Greek yogurt, pickled gherkins, capers, mustard, olives, and thyme.

4

For the watermelon and feta salad, cube the watermelon and mix it with feta, lemon juice, and basil.

5

Prepare the cereal salad by cooking the mix of cereals and combining it with boiled chickpeas, tomato, celery, olives, red pepper, salted ricotta, lemon juice, oil, salt, thyme, mint, and basil.

Cooking Techniques

choppingmixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Italian Chopped SaladChopped Salad
Local Name: Insalata Italiana

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