Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe
La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant Italian-inspired dish featuring finely chopped romaine lettuce, Genoa salami, mozzarella, and chickpeas, all tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar and olive oil dressing. This hearty salad is perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side, offering a delightful combination of textures and Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 cup finely chopped Genoa salami
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Chop Ingredients: Finely chop the romaine lettuce, Genoa salami, and shred or finely chop the mozzarella cheese to prepare the base of the salad.
- Prepare Chickpeas: Rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water and drain well to remove excess sodium and liquid.
- Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified and combined.
- Combine Salad: In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine, salami, mozzarella, and drained chickpeas. Pour the prepared dressing over the ingredients.
- Toss Salad: Toss everything thoroughly so that the salad is evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring all flavors are well mixed.
- Let it Rest: Allow the salad to sit for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature or chilled so the flavors can meld together beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the salad chilled. Optionally, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese to add a sharp, salty finish.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the Genoa salami or substitute with a plant-based deli meat.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for enhanced flavor if desired as a topping.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances the taste but serve within 1-2 hours for best texture.
- This salad can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator; toss again before serving.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
Keywords: La Scala chopped salad, Italian salad recipe, romaine salad, Genoa salami salad, mozzarella salad, chickpea salad, easy salad dressing
