Description
This refreshing La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant and flavorful mix of crisp romaine and iceberg lettuce, savory salami, creamy mozzarella, protein-packed chickpeas, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a perfect light and satisfying dish for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 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 until well combined. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Chop the Ingredients: Finely chop the romaine and iceberg lettuce. Dice the salami and mozzarella cheese into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the Salad: In a large bowl, add the chopped romaine, iceberg lettuce, diced salami, mozzarella, rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion. Gently toss to mix evenly.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is coated evenly with the dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy its crisp and fresh texture and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add toasted pine nuts or walnuts.
- You can substitute salami with turkey or ham for a different protein option.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the salami or replace it with marinated tofu or tempeh.
- Chilling the salad ingredients beforehand enhances freshness.
- The salad dressing can be prepared up to a day in advance and refrigerated.
