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La Scala Chopped Salad

La Scala Chopped Salad: Brighten Your Day with Fresh Flavors

Experience the vibrant flavors of La Scala Chopped Salad, a healthy and customizable dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar white wine vinegar is a suitable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard can replace with whole grain mustard
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese use Pecorino Romano as a substitute
  • salt essential for seasoning; adjust to taste
  • black pepper essential for seasoning; adjust to taste
Salad
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed; cooked lentils work for a different texture
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce finely chopped; Romaine is a good substitute
  • 1 head romaine lettuce finely chopped; can mix with other greens
  • 1/4 lb. Italian salami julienned; swap for turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese substitute with feta or goat cheese for a tangy flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Jar
  • Spatula
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl or jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk together until well blended or seal and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until emulsified. Set aside.
  2. Finely chop the iceberg and romaine lettuces. Transfer the greens to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Open and drain the can of chickpeas, rinse thoroughly under cold water, and pat dry. Add to the bowl with the chopped greens.
  4. Julienne the Italian salami and toss it into the salad bowl along with the shredded mozzarella cheese. Gently fold the ingredients together.
  5. Drizzle your prepared dressing over the salad mixture, stirring gently for about 30 seconds to combine all the flavors.
  6. Transfer the tossed salad to individual plates or serve it family-style. Garnish with extra grated Parmesan on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Dress only what you plan to eat to keep the salad crisp; store leftovers without dressing in an airtight container for 1-2 days.

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