Mediterranean Garbanzo Salami Salad

• Dressing
• olive oil↗7 tablespoons
• white wine vinegar↗3 tablespoons
• dried oregano (or to taste)↗1 teaspoon
• minced fresh garlic (no more than 1 teaspoon fresh, or use garlic powder)1 teaspoon
• grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)1 -2 tablespoon
• sugar↗2 teaspoons
• salt and pepper
• SALAD
• arugula or 7 cups romaine lettuce↗7 cups
• (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (rinsed and well drained)↗1 can
• small cucumber (peeled and chopped into about 1/2-inch pieces)↗1
• red bell pepper, thinly sliced↗1
• red onion, thinly sliced↗1
• cups cherry tomatoes↗2 cups
• ounces dry italian salami, sliced into thin strips (Genoa salami is good to use)↗3
• cup kalamata olive (or use canned pitted black or green olives)↗1
• cup crumbled feta cheese (or to taste)↗1⁄2
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a processor blend all ingredients together until well blended (starting with amounts listed then adjusting ingredients to taste).

2. 2

   In a large bowl combine all salad ingredients with the 1/2 cup feta cheese (or to taste).

3. 3

   Pour the dressing over; toss to coat then season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Transfer to a large serving bowl, sprinkle with more feta cheese if desired.