how to make the best salad for pizza: chopped Italian salad

Elevate pizza night with this easy Chopped Italian Salad, made with fresh veggies and a homemade vinaigrette. The perfect side to any slice!

Prep time: PT15M

Rating

5 stars (1 reviews)

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1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups Dandy® Romaine (chopped)
1 cup radicchio (chopped)
1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
1 cup seedless cucumber (chopped (Persian, hothouse, etc))
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup pitted olives, chopped (I used Castelvetrano. You could also use Kalamata or Spanish olives as well)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated (plus more to garnish)
pepperoncini peppers (for garnish (optional))

red wine viniagrette
- To a small bowl or glass jar, whisk to combine all ingredients until they're fully combined. Can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator. If making ahead of time: remove from fridge 30 minutes before serving and shake vigorously.
salad
- To a large serving or mixing bowl, add Dandy® Romaine, chopped radicchio, sliced red onion, chopped cucumber, tomatoes, olives and Parmesan cheese. Toss everything to combine and mix well.
- Toss with 1/2 serving of red wine vinaigrette. Mix well and add additional dressing, if desired. Plate and add pepperoncini peppers if desired and enjoy.
- Salad can be prepped ahead of time: just wait to add dressing until ready to serve.

COLLEEN F MONTOYA on 2026-09-29 (5 stars):
Can't wait to make this salad and dressing! How many servings does your recipe serve? I will be making a salad for about a dozen people. Thanks!