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La Scala Chopped Salad (Copycat Recipe)

La Scala Chopped Salad (Copycat Recipe) is a crisp and flavorful mix of finely chopped lettuce, salami, mozzarella, and chickpeas tossed in a tangy mustard vinaigrette, inspired by the famous Beverly Hills restaurant.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Dressing:
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • Salad:
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 12 oz canned chickpeas drained
  • 4 oz Italian salami sliced
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella

Method
 

  1. Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, salt, and Parmesan until smooth and emulsified.
  2. Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine, iceberg, chickpeas, salami, and mozzarella.
  3. Toss Together: Add the dressing and toss well until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and top with extra Parmesan, if desired.

Notes

  • Chop everything small for the classic La Scala “every bite” effect.
  • Store leftover dressing in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • For toddlers: Serve chickpeas and cheese separately; omit or finely dice salami.
  • Substitutions: Swap in chicken, turkey, or vegetarian add-ins like artichokes.