Description
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of the iconic Beverly Hills restaurant. With its combination of crisp iceberg lettuce, savory Italian salami, creamy mozzarella, and nutritious garbanzo beans, this salad is perfect for any occasion—be it a casual lunch or an elegant dinner. The zesty homemade dressing ties all the flavors together, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, you can easily customize it with your favorite toppings or proteins. Serve it chilled for an invigorating experience that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head iceberg lettuce
- 1/4 lb Italian salami
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated pecorino romano or parmesan
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Add the chopped iceberg lettuce, julienned salami, shredded mozzarella cheese, and rinsed garbanzo beans to the bowl. Toss gently to coat everything in the dressing.
- Top with additional grated pecorino or parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg