Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe: A Hollywood Classic You’ll Love

Delight in the Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe, a vibrant medley of flavors that brings a Hollywood classic to your kitchen.

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Prep Time 15

Resting Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 head Romaine Lettuce Substitutable with butter lettuce.
6 ounces Genoa Salami Prosciutto or turkey can be used.
8 ounces Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Feta cheese can be a tangy alternative.
1 cup Chickpeas Black beans can be substituted.

For the Dressing

1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good neutral alternative.
2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a sweeter substitute.
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used for simplicity.
1 teaspoon Oregano Italian seasoning can be an alternative.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare ingredients and finely chop romaine lettuce, salami, mozzarella cheese, and chickpeas into uniform bite-sized pieces.
Make dressing by whisking together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and oregano in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine salad by pouring dressing over chopped ingredients in the mixing bowl and gently tossing until evenly coated.
Rest salad for 5 to 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chop ingredients uniformly for the best flavor balance. Prepare salad just before serving for optimal freshness.

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