Description
This Refreshing La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant and easy-to-make dish featuring a crunchy mix of romaine and iceberg lettuces, savory salami, creamy mozzarella, protein-packed chickpeas, and fresh cherry tomatoes, all brought together with a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a delicious side salad.
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 let the flavors meld.
- Chop the Ingredients: Finely chop the romaine and iceberg lettuce to ensure every bite is crisp and refreshing. Dice the salami and mozzarella cheese into small, even pieces for balanced flavor distribution.
- Combine the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped romaine, iceberg lettuce, diced salami, mozzarella, rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion. Gently toss to mix all the ingredients evenly.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all components evenly with the tangy dressing, enhancing the overall flavor.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy a crisp and fresh texture. This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a standalone light meal.
Notes
- Make sure to finely chop the lettuce to ensure the salad is easy to eat and well combined.
- For extra protein, you can add grilled chicken or boiled eggs.
- The salad is best served fresh but can be prepared a few hours ahead if the dressing is added just before serving.
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture or shredded mozzarella for ease of mixing.
- Adjust salt and pepper in the dressing to your personal taste.
