Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe

Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe

20 min
6 servings

This famous La Scala Chopped Salad is so easy to make at home! Toss the dressing and all of the ingredients together and enjoy on its own as a main dish or healthy lunch, or serve it on the side with your favorite protein.

Ingredients

  • 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)
  • 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

Directions

  1. 1

    Add all of the salad dressing ingredients to a small bowl or small jar. Whisk everything together or close the lid and shake to combine.

  2. 2

    To a large bowl, add the shredded lettuce, chickpeas, Italian salami, and mozzarella cheese. Pour the prepared dressing on top and toss to coat.

  3. 3

    Enjoy this la scala salad recipe right away. Store leftovers in the fridge for 1-2 days. Store the dressing separately to prep in advance.