Description
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that epitomizes California cuisine. With its delightful crunch and savory flavors, this salad is perfect for summer barbecues or quick lunches. Featuring a colorful mix of fresh ingredients, it can be served as a satisfying main course or a delightful side dish. Whip it up in just 10 minutes with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Enjoy the explosion of flavors from the zesty dressing and the nutritious benefits of fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, rinsed and finely chopped
- 1/4 lb Italian salami, julienned
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and well-drained
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup grated pecorino romano OR parmesan, plus more for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine salad ingredients: Add chopped iceberg lettuce, julienned salami, shredded mozzarella, and rinsed garbanzo beans to the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
- Final touches: Top with additional grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese and season with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: California/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg