Description
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad delivers a burst of fresh flavors and satisfying textures in every forkful. This salad is packed with crisp iceberg and romaine lettuce, savory chicken or beef salami, chickpeas, and a tangy dressing, making it a game-changer for any meal. Ideal for a light lunch or an impressive side dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing first by combining olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk vigorously or shake well until fully blended
- Chop iceberg and romaine lettuces into small, uniform pieces (about ¼-inch to ½-inch squares) and place in a large mixing bowl
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas, then add them to the bowl with the chopped lettuce
- Finely dice the salami and add it to the bowl along with shredded mozzarella, grated Pecorino Romano, and finely chopped red onio
- Pour half of the dressing over the ingredients and toss gently to coat. Add more dressing as needed until lightly dressed
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra grated cheese if desired
Notes
Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Add other vegetables like cucumber or bell peppers for variety.
Chill your salad bowl before mixing to keep everything crisp.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg