Chopped Turkey (Or Chicken) Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette

Kittencalskitchen's Note:

Leftover turkey or chicken, with prociutto or bacon, lettuce, cherry tomatoes and garbonzo beans tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette. This is a great salad to use up any leftover turkey or chicken! Adjust all amounts to taste.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

DRESSING

• 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2⁄3; cup olive oil
• 3 teaspoons dryed italian seasoning
• salt and pepper

SALAD

• 1 large head lettuce , chopped
• 4 cups cooked turkey , chopped
• ½ lb thinly sliced prosciutto ham , chopped (can use cooked crumbled bacon in place of prosciutto)
• ½ lb swiss cheese or ½ lb cheddar cheese , cubed
• 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans , rinsed and drained
• 12 cherry tomatoes , sliced in half (can use more, or use chopped plum tomatoes)
• 1 ½ cups pitted olives , sliced (black or green)
• parmesan cheese
• 1 small red onion , sliced (or use about 7-8 green onion, chopped)
• salt and pepper

Directions:

1. For the dressing, combine/whisk garlic, Dijon mustard and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl to combine.
2. Using a small whisk gradually add in the oil, beating until well blended.
3. Add in the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
4. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, turkey, proscuitto, cubed cheese, garbonzo beans, cherry tomato halves, olives and sliced onions.
5. Pour enough dressing over as desired; toss to combine.
6. Season salad with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired and serve.