Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups chopped lettuce
  • 1/2 cup garbanzo beans drained
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/2 cup grated zucchini
  • 1/3 cup pepperoncini peppers sliced
  • 1/3 cup black olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded mozzorella cheese
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup homemade Italian dressing recipe below
  • Optional veggies: 1/4 cup sliced celery 2 stalks, 1/4 cup chopped green or red bell pepper, 1/4 cup artichoke hearts or hearts of palm

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, toss all salad ingredients, reserving cheese
  • In a small bowl, whisk together Italian dressing ingredients
  • Toss dressing with salad ingredients and top with cheese and serve immediately
  • Dressing: Whisk together, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar and a pinch of each of the following: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.