Portillos Chopped Salad

Recipe adapted from Le Creme de la Crumb.

Salad Ingredients:

• 1-2 c. cooked ditalini pasta (or however much you like)
• 3 c. chopped romaine lettuce
• 2 green onions chopped
• 1/2 c. gorgonzola crumbles or feta cheese
• 1 c. cherry tomatoes chopped
• 1 c. cucumbers, chopped, optional
• 2 c. diced cooked chicken, optional

Dressing Ingredients:

• 1/3 c. olive oil
• 1/4 c. white wine vinegar
• 1/2 c. mayo
• 1 TBSP lemon juice
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 2 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/4 c. finely grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tsp. sugar
• Salt, to taste

Directions:

1. Combine dressing ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth.
2. Combine pasta, lettuce, gorgonzola or feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, and chicken (if using). Toss with dressing and serve immediately.

Portillos Chopped Salad: