Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe
This Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe is a delightful mix of fresh lettuce, chickpeas, Italian salami, and mozzarella cheese tossed in a flavorful dressing. A perfect blend of textures and flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing:
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard (or 1 teaspoon dry mustard)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt and pepper
- ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese (or grated parmesan cheese)
Salad:
- 1 head shredded iceberg lettuce (5–6 cups)
- 1 head shredded romaine lettuce (4–5 cups)
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¼ lb (4 ounces) Italian salami, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and grated cheese. Whisk or shake until well mixed.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine shredded iceberg and romaine lettuce, chickpeas, Italian salami, and mozzarella cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Serve: Enjoy the La Scala Chopped Salad immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 1-2 days, storing the dressing separately if prepping in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: La Scala Salad, Chopped Salad, Italian Salad, Vegetarian Salad
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