This La Scala Chopped Salad features crisp lettuce, salty salami, and a tangy dressing. This Beverly Hills recipe went viral for good reason—it’s fresh, crunchy, hearty, and so delicious.

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Famous La Scala Chopped Salad

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This famous La Scala Chopped Salad is so easy to make at home! Toss the dressing and all of the ingredients together and enjoy on its own as a main dish or healthy lunch, or serve it on the side with your favorite protein.

Ingredients

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cup extra virgin olive oil
3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic minced
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard or 1 teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon kosher salt and pepper
cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese or grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

Add all of the salad dressing ingredients to a small bowl or small jar. Whisk everything together or close the lid and shake to combine. cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 cloves garlic minced, 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon kosher salt and pepper, cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
To a large bowl, add the shredded lettuce, chickpeas, Italian salami, and mozzarella cheese. Pour the prepared dressing on top and toss to coat.1 head shredded iceberg lettuce, 1 head shredded romaine lettuce, 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, ¼ lb ((4 ounces) Italian salami, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Enjoy this la scala salad recipe right away. Store leftovers in the fridge for 1-2 days. Store the dressing separately to prep in advance.

Notes

Shortcuts: purchase pre-shredded lettuce to save time chopping.
Italian Salami: this is different than lunchmeat or shaved salami you will find at the deli. I found it next to the specialty cheese section in our local grocery store.