La Scala Chopped Salad
La Scala Chopped Salad is a delightful medley of fresh ingredients that brings a taste of Italian cuisine right to your home. This vibrant salad, enjoyed by celebrities, features crisp lettuces, protein-packed chickpeas, and creamy mozzarella, all tossed in a tangy homemade dressing. It’s perfect as a light meal or as a side dish to complement your favorite entrees. With its quick preparation time of just 17 minutes, this salad is ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Not only is it loaded with flavor, but it’s also versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings. Enjoy the refreshing crunch and colorful presentation that makes La Scala Chopped Salad a must-try!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head iceberg lettuce
- ½ head romaine lettuce
- 3.5oz / 100g fresh mozzarella ball or shredded mozzarella cheese
- 15oz / 425g can of garbanzo beans / chickpeas – drained
- 6 pieces of sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1–2 teaspoons honey
- ¼ cup finely grated parmesan cheese or pecorino romano cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey for the dressing.
- Place drained chickpeas in a large bowl and add 2–3 tablespoons of the dressing. Mix gently and set aside to marinate.
- Chop iceberg and romaine lettuces finely and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
- Slice sun-dried tomatoes into thin strips and add them along with the mozzarella to the lettuce.
- Pour in the remaining dressing and toss everything until well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg