Chopped Salad With Italian Vinaigrette - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Vinaigrette
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup olive oil
Salad
8 cups chopped iceberg lettuce, one large head
2 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 1/4 cups chopped seeded tomatoes
8 ounces dry salami, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 shredded provolone cheese
2/3 cup drained canned chick-peas (optional)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
3 green onions, sliced thin
1/8 cup olive (black or green sliced-optional)

Preparation

Vinaigrette:.
Whisk first 7 ingredients in bowl to blend; gradually whisk in oil.
Season with salt and pepper. Can prepare vinaigrette 1 day in advance. Cover and refrigerate; bring to room temperature and rewhisk before using.
Salad:.
Mix all salad ingredients in large bowl.
Toss with enough vinaigrette to cover.
Tip: Toss together vinaigrette and salad base at last minute.