COPYCAT MAGGIANO'S CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE - (3.8/5)

COPYCAT MAGGIANO'S CHOPPED SALAD Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 20

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Dressing:
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
Salad:
3 romaine hearts, chopped
1 (10.5 ounce) container cherry tomatoes, chopped
5 ounce crumbled gorgonzola cheese (or blue cheese)
3 ounce pancetta, pan fried till crispy and chopped
1 large avocado, chopped

Steps:

Dressing: In a food processor or blender, add sugar, mustard, pepper, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, garlic, red and white vinegar, water, canola oil, olive oil, and cheese, 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, pancetta and avocados. Drizzle on top as much dressing as you would like and toss to coat. Serve immediately.