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Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe: Elevate Your Meals Today

Discover the Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe, a quick and elegant dish that blends fresh ingredients for a perfect meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Feel free to substitute with kale for a heartier option.
  • 8 oz Genoa Salami Try turkey salami or skip it for a vegetarian delight.
  • 8 oz Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Swap for Parmesan or feta for a fun twist.
  • 1 cup Chickpeas Options like edamame or black beans can work as alternatives.
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil is a lovely substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Balsamic vinegar offers a sweeter flavor profile.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Opt for whole grain mustard or a hint of lemon juice instead.
  • 1 tsp Oregano Italian seasoning can seamlessly take its place.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by rinsing and drying your romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces, along with the salami and mozzarella.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine, salami, mozzarella, and chickpeas. Gently toss these ingredients together.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper until well-emulsified.
  4. Pour the freshly made dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Let the salad rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier option.

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