Chopped Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Meats and Pepperoncini
A hearty chopped salad featuring mixed greens, assorted Italian meats and cheeses, vibrant pepperoncini, and a zesty red wine vinaigrette. This italian-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs chopped mixed greens, diced cured salami, diced capicola ham into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 5 cups, chopped mixed greens
- 2 oz, diced cured salami
- 2 oz, diced capicola ham
- 2 oz, diced provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp red wine vinegar, 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper until the vinaigrette emulsifies with a slight sheen.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 5 cups chopped mixed greens, 2 oz diced cured salami, 2 oz diced capicola ham, 2 oz diced provolone cheese, and 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers.
- Step 3: Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat every piece evenly, allowing the flavors to meld for 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chopped Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Meats and Pepperoncini take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Chopped Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Meats and Pepperoncini?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped mixed greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chopped Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Meats and Pepperoncini?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chopped Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Meats and Pepperoncini for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chopped Italian Mixed Greens Salad with Meats and Pepperoncini?
Italian salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
