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Chopped salad with romaine, tomatoes, red bell peppers, red onions, feta, avocado, pepitas, with red wine vinaigrette.
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Chopped Salad

This is La Scala's original recipe. The original "Chopped Salad". Serves 4 as a main dish, 8 as a smaller or side dish.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Californian
Keyword: chopped, salad
Calories: 240kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large bowl

Mise en place

Red wine vinaigrette

  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste

Salad ingredients

  • 1 head iceberg lettuce washed, finely chopped
  • 1/3 head romaine lettuce washed, finely chopped
  • 1/4 lb. Italian salami julienned
  • 1 cup mozarella cheese shredded
  • 2 cups garbanzo beans cooked, well drained
  • fresh basil leaves shredded (optional, for garnish)

Method

  • Whisk together dressing ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
  • Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Toss everything with vinaigrette to taste.
  • Garnish with shredded basil (optional)