Vegan Chopped Italian Salad (gluten free, refined sugar free, oil free)
A delicious, vegan take on a classic Chopped Italian Salad with a creamy, oil free dressing. Gluten free, refined sugar free and oil free.
Servings: 1 -2 servings
Ingredients
- salad
- 1-2 hearts of romaine shredded
- handful radicchio shredded
- ½-1 cup chickpeas or plant protein of choice
- handful cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ large cucumber diced
- ⅓ red onion minced
- handful olives pitted and sliced
- pepperoncini or any pepper thinly sliced
- cracked black pepper to taste
- optional vegan parmesan to finish
- dressing
- 2 tbsp tahini or cashew butter
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp italian seasoning
- 1/2-1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2-1 tsp onion powder
- water as needed
- salt and pepper to taste
- optional red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Start by preparing your salad, tossing together or plating ingredients to serve.
- Next, to prepare your dressing, mix together all ingredients in a small bowl, excluding water. You can also blend for a smoother consistency. Add water to thin out as needed, and to your liking. Finish with salt and pepper to taste, and chili flakes if desired. Dress salad to taste and enjoy!