Keto Italian Chopped Salad Recipe – a low carb salad with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette and tons of vegetables. Paleo, Whole30 with adaptions, gluten free, grain free, dairy free with adaptions, sugar free, clean eating, real food.

rainbow chopped salad with tomatoes, bell pepper, squash, avocado, red onion, mozzarella + pinenuts over arugula this recipe

Keto Italian Chopped Salad

If you’re like me, you’re always looking for more salad inspiration to enjoy for lunch. I’ve been working on this salad over the past week finding the perfect veggie combination, and have finally perfected this keto Italian chopped salad.

Packed with lots of veggies and tossed in my perfect keto balsamic vinaigrette.

rainbow chopped salad with tomatoes, bell pepper, squash, avocado, red onion, mozzarella + pinenuts over arugula

Ingredients

I like using a mix of romaine lettuce (for crunch) and arugula. Then top with tomato, bell pepper, yellow squash, avocado, red onion, mozzarella + pinenuts. The perfect combination of textures and flavors!

If you like, this would also be great with olives or jarred artichokes. I tried both and found it too briney which isn’t my favorite salad add on. Could also be great with pepperoncinis if you like those too!

Keto Italian Chopped Salad

Servings: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
This keto Italian Chopped Salad recipe is a low carb salad with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette and tons of vegetables.
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Ingredients 
 

Balsamic Dressing

  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon monk fruit
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Italian Chopped Salad

  • 1 cup sliced romaine lettuce, about 1/2 a head of romaine
  • 1 cup baby arugula
  • 5 grape tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 th of an orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 th of a yellow squash, sliced into half moons
  • half an avocado
  • few thin slices of red onion
  • 6 ciliegine, mini mozzarella balls, quartered
  • 3 tablespoons roasted pinenuts

Instructions 

Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • In the bottom of your salad bowl, add all the dressing ingredients. Whisk with a fork to combine. Taste for salt/vinegar/sweetness and adjust if necessary to suit your taste.

Italian Chopped Salad

  • On top of the salad dressing in your salad bowl, add the romaine and arugula. Toss to combine. Top with the remainder of the salad ingredients. Toss and enjoy!

Notes

Veggies: You can obviously use whatever veggies you have on hand. Would also be great with cucumber, zucchini, green onions, etc.
Dairy Free/Whole30: Leave off the cheese for dairy free/Whole30.
Vinegar: I love this with balsamic vinegar. Would also be great with red wine vinegar.
Protein: I didn't add any cooked protein, I don't find this salad needs it. If you want more protein, you could add on some cooked chicken.
Cuisine: Italian
Course: Main Course, Salad
Author: Natalie
Calories: 452, Total Carbs: 15.1g, Protein: 10.1g, Fat: 40.9g, Fiber: 6.8g, Net Carbs: 8g
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