Flavor-packed Italian-style Chopped Salad with a zesty homemade vinaigrette! A healthy mix of bold flavors plus a garbanzo bean boost. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free)

My new favorite obsession: this flavor-packed vegan Italian-style Chopped Salad! I’ve been making it on repeat.
It’s full of healthy, plant-based goodness and tossed with an (easy) bold & zesty Italian-inspired vinaigrette for a total taste explosion. Plus I love the fresh burst of color.

This dish is a wonderful make-ahead meal for picnics, potlucks, BBQ’s, or take-along lunches. Simply store the dressing & salad separately until you’re ready to serve. Otherwise the romaine tends to get a little soggy.
Be sure to read the notes below the recipe for tips on the dressing and serving suggestions. Hope you enjoy as much as we do!
Also check out another one of my favorites: Southwestern Chopped Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing.

Vegan Italian Chopped Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 1 large head romaine
- 15 oz. can garbanzo beans
- 1 cup jarred artichoke hearts (about 8 hearts)
- 1 cup roasted red pepper (about 2 large peppers)
- 1 medium carrot
- 1/2 small red onion
- 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
- Other additions: tomatoes, cucumber, vegan provolone, pepperoncini
For the oil-free Zesty Italian Vinaigrette:
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 3 Tbsp. vegetable broth or water
- 1-2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 Tbsp. dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. dried basil
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Make the dressing: in a bowl combine all ingredients and whisk to combine. Add more salt, or pepper if desired. Set aside.
- Chop romaine and finely dice onion. Add to a large bowl.
- Remove excess liquid from artichoke hearts, roasted red pepper, olives, and chop. Add to bowl.
- Shred or shave carrot. Rinse and drain beans. Add both to bowl.
- Whisk dressing again and pour desired amount over salad (we usually use about the whole dressing amount.).
- Toss well to combine. *OR if not serving immediately, see tips below:
Notes
Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

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Looks fabulous! I am going to try it soon.
Thank you! Hope you enjoy 🙂