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Famous La Scala Chopped Salad

Famous La Scala Chopped Salad: Savor Fresh Flavors Today

Discover the Famous La Scala Chopped Salad, a delightful mix of fresh ingredients perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Iceberg Lettuce rinsed and finely chopped
  • 4 ounces Italian Salami julienned
  • 4 ounces Shredded Mozzarella Cheese use fresh mozzarella for creaminess
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) drained and rinsed
For the Vinaigrette
  • ½ cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil use high-quality oil
  • ¼ cup Red Wine Vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or dry mustard as alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Garnish
  • to taste Pecorino Romano or Parmesan optional, serve extra on top

Equipment

  • large serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large serving bowl, combine ½ cup of extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup of red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until well blended.
  2. Rinse and finely chop one head of iceberg lettuce until it yields about 6 cups of crisp greens. Julienne 4 ounces of Italian salami and shred 4 ounces of mozzarella cheese.
  3. Add the chopped iceberg lettuce, julienned salami, shredded mozzarella, and one drained can of garbanzo beans to the bowl with the vinaigrette. Pour them in and prepare to toss.
  4. Using two large salad forks, gently toss all the ingredients in the bowl for about 1 minute until evenly coated in the vinaigrette.
  5. Top the salad with freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese and add a crack of black pepper. Serve immediately for the best experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for best flavor and adjust the dressing to your preference.

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