La Scala Chopped Salad with Salami and Chickpeas
Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a finely chopped Italian-American salad featuring crisp lettuce, chickpeas, salami, mozzarella, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 cups finely chopped iceberg lettuce
2 cups finely chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup Italian salami, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Whisk red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Slowly whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
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Finely chop iceberg and romaine lettuce.
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Combine lettuce, chickpeas, salami, mozzarella, and Parmesan in a bowl.
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Pour dressing over salad and toss thoroughly.
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Adjust seasoning and serve immediately.
Notes
Chop all ingredients evenly for authentic texture. Toss with dressing just before serving for best crunch.