Description
The La Scala Chopped Salad is a fresh, flavorful, and satisfying salad made with finely chopped romaine lettuce, salami, mozzarella, and garbanzo beans, tossed in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette. Perfect for both casual meals and entertaining, this classic dish is simple to prepare and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 cup salami, diced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, diced or grated
- 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, cucumber
Dressing Ingredients:
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of dried oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce, salami, mozzarella, garbanzo beans, and any optional add-ins.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to enhance flavors.
Notes
- For a halal version, substitute pork-based salami with turkey or beef salami.
- Store leftover salad in the fridge for up to 2 days (dressing separately if possible).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad, Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American