Copycat Maggiano's Chopped Salad

• servings: 6 servings
• active time: 20 minutes
• total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 clove garlic (minced)

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons white vinegar

2 tablespoons water

1/3 cup canola oil

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese

3 romaine hearts (chopped)

1 (10.5 oz) container cherry tomatoes (chopped)

5 oz crumbled gorgonzola cheese (or blue cheese)

3 oz prosciutto (pan fried till crispy and chopped)

1 large avocado (chopped)

Directions

Dressing: In a food processor or blender, add all ingredients and process until smooth. Store in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to a week until ready to serve.

Salad: In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, tomatoes, gorgonzola, prosciutto and avocados. Drizzle on top as much dressing as you would like and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1
• Calories: 457 kcal
• Total Fat: 44 g
• Saturated Fat: 11 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 32 g
• Trans Fat: 0.1 g
• Cholesterol: 31 mg
• Sodium: 560 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 8 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4 g
• Total Sugars: 3 g
• Protein: 10 g