Description
Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the best of Italian flavors to your table. This delightful salad features a medley of crisp iceberg and romaine lettuce, protein-packed chickpeas, creamy mozzarella, and savory Italian salami. Tossed in a zesty Pecorino Romano dressing, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a crowd-pleasing side at gatherings. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can enjoy it as a main course or pair it with grilled meats. This salad not only excites the palate but also makes for an appealing addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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- 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 freshly ground black pepper
- ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese (or Parmesan cheese)
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded (5–6 cups)
- 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded (4–5 cups)
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¼ lb (4 ounces) Italian salami, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a jar or bowl, mix together ⅓ cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 cloves minced garlic, 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper to taste, and ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Whisk or shake until fully combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine 5-6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, 4-5 cups shredded romaine lettuce, 1 drained can of chickpeas (15 ounces), 4 ounces thinly sliced Italian salami, and 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg