Mediterranean Chopped Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 grated lemons, zest of; 4 lemons, juice of; ⅓ cup dried oregano; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ½ cup olive oil; 4 cups loosely packed baby arugula; 6 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced; 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced; 1 English cucumber, seeded and diced; 1 red onion, diced; 12 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, diced

Servings: persons

3 grated lemons, zest of
4 lemons, juice of
⅓ cup dried oregano
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil
4 cups loosely packed baby arugula
6 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
1 English cucumber, seeded and diced
1 red onion, diced
12 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, diced

1
To make the vinaigrette, combine the lemon zest and juice, oregano, mustard, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a jar, cover tightly, and shake vigorously until emulsified.
2
Alternatively, whisk together all of the ingredients in a bowl until emulsified.
3
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
4
Set aside.
5
(The dressing can be made up to 1 week in advance and stored in a tightly covered jar in the refrigerator.
6
).
7
Place the arugula in a large serving bowl.
8
In a second large bowl, combine the tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, onion, and mozzarella and toss gently to mix.
9
Pour about 3/4 cup (6 fl oz / 180 ml) of the vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture and toss gently again to coat thoroughly.
10
Taste and add a little more vinaigrette, if needed.
11
Add the vegetable mixture to the serving bowl with the arugula, toss gently to combine, and serve.

4257

kcal

Calories

264

Fat

Carbs

389

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 grated lemons, zest of, 4 lemons, juice of, ⅓ cup dried oregano, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Chopped Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Mediterranean Chopped Salad

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