The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad

The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad

from kathleenashmore.com
5 min
6 servings

This legendary salad is inspired by the La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills, California. It will be an instant hit!

Ingredients

  • 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)

Directions

  1. 1

    To make vinaigrette: In a large serving bowl, combine oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper to taste; whisk until well blended.

  2. 2

    To the bowl, combine lettuces, salami, mozzarella, and garbanzo beans. Toss with vinaigrette to coat well.

  3. 3

    Finish with more pecorino and salt and black pepper if desired.