Mediterranean Garbanzo Salami Salad

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 15 Minutes

Servings: 6

For the dressing adjust amount to taste, if you like lots of dressing then double the ingredients. Cooked shrimp can be subbed for the dried salami if desired.

Ingredients:

7 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar

1 teaspoon dried oregano (or to taste)

1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic (no more than 1 teaspoon fresh, or use garlic powder)

1 -2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)

2 teaspoons sugar

salt and pepper

7 cups arugula or 7 cups romaine lettuce

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (rinsed and well drained)

1 small cucumber (peeled and chopped into about 1/2-inch pieces)

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 red onion, thinly sliced

2 cups cherry tomatoes

3 ounces dry italian salami, sliced into thin strips (genoa salami is good to use)

1 cup kalamata olive (or use canned pitted black or green olives)

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (or to taste)

salt and pepper

Directions:

1. In a processor blend all ingredients together until well blended (starting with amounts listed then adjusting ingredients to taste).
2. In a large bowl combine all salad ingredients with the 1/2 cup feta cheese (or to taste).
3. Pour the dressing over; toss to coat then season with salt and pepper.
4. Transfer to a large serving bowl, sprinkle with more feta cheese if desired.

By RecipeOfHealth.com