Description
Enjoy the crisp, bold flavors of this iconic La Scala Chopped Salad, a refreshing mix of crunchy greens, hearty chickpeas, and tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 2 cups iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup salami, diced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, diced or shredded
- 1/3 cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Chop the Ingredients:
- Finely chop the romaine and iceberg lettuce. Dice the salami and mozzarella.
- Combine the Salad:
- In a large bowl, toss together the chopped romaine, iceberg lettuce, salami, mozzarella, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Dress and Toss:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately for a crisp and fresh experience!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the salami and add more chickpeas.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like olives or cucumbers.
- Chill the salad for 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g