Description
To appreciate this dish, you must understand what sets it apart. At its core, the La Scala chopped salad copycat recipe is a shredded combination of crisp lettuces, hearty proteins, and a robust dressing. Traditional salads have large, leafy pieces of greens. This version relies on a very fine dice. Every single component is processed down to the size of a chickpea. This ensures you get every ingredient in every single bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 head romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces Italian salami, julienned or chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Dressing
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 small garlic clove, minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables
- Finely chop the iceberg and romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas well.
- Combine the salad
- In a large bowl, add the chopped lettuce, chickpeas, salami, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Toss gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Make the dressing
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Dress the salad
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly so every bite is coated.
- Chill (optional)
- Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes in the refrigerator for the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
This La Scala Chopped Salad Copycat is fresh, crunchy, and packed with savory Italian flavors. The simple homemade dressing ties everything together, making it a delicious choice for lunch, dinner, or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: High-Protein
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 360 kcal
Keywords: La Scala chopped salad dupe, Beverly Hills chopped salad copycat, Jean Leon salad recipe