Best 5 La Scalas Chopped Salad Recipes

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La scalas chopped salad is a classic Italian-American salad that is both refreshing and flavorful. It is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, including lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions, as well as chopped hard-boiled eggs, croutons, and a tangy dressing. The salad is often served as a side dish or as a light lunch or dinner. With its vibrant colors and textures, la scalas chopped salad is a popular choice for any occasion.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LA SCALA'S FAMOUS CHOPPED SALAD MADE SKINNY RECIPE - (3.5/5)



La Scala's Famous Chopped Salad made Skinny Recipe - (3.5/5) image

Provided by Pattywak

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 cups (6 oz) turkey breast, diced
3/4 cup (2 oz) reduced-fat Italian dry salami, cut into thin strips, see shopping tip
1 1/4 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained, rinsed and chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
8 Kalamata olives or black olives, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup Cardini's Light Caesar Vinaigrette or Girard's Light Champagne Dressing, see shopping tip
1-2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Chop the romaine lettuce and add to a large salad bowl. Add remaining ingredients except the dressing and balsamic vinegar. Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. 2. Just before serving, toss in the dressing and balsamic vinegar. Add a little more dressing, if desired. Makes 4 main-courses salads or 8 first-course salads

LA SCALA'S CHOPPED SALAD



La Scala's Chopped Salad image

This is supposed to be the original chopped salad recipe, created by the owner of the La Scala restaurant in Los Angeles in the 1950's. I think it sounds pretty tasty, 50 years later!

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard or 3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, rinsed and finely chopped
1/3 head romaine lettuce, rinsed and finely chopped
1/4 lb italian salami, julienned
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and well-drained
chopped tomato (optional)
basil leaves, shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • To make vinaigrette: combine oil, vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste; whisk until well blended. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine lettuces, salami, mozzarella, and garbanzo beans. Toss with vinaigrette to taste.
  • Garnish with tomato and basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.2, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 42.2, Sodium 845.7, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 4, Protein 17.2

BEVERLY HILLS CHOPPED SALAD



Beverly Hills Chopped Salad image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 vine-ripe tomatoes, seeds removed and chopped
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1 romaine heart, chopped
One 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
5 ounces dry salami, julienned
1 cup grated fresh mozzarella
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the tomatoes, iceberg, romaine, chickpeas, salami and mozzarella to a large salad bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, Parmesan, vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a measuring cup or mason jar. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the dressing to the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

LA SCALA CHOPPED SALAD



La Scala Chopped Salad image

One of LA's most iconic chopped salad's is found at La Scala - it's simple, customizable, and insanely addicting.

Provided by gpquille

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head iceberg lettuce
1/4 lb salami
1/4 lb shredded mozzarella
1 1/2 cans chickpeas, drained
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dijon
1/2 tsp salt and pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt and pepper
1/4 cup grated pecorino romano

Steps:

  • Chop iceberg and salami into thin strips.
  • Whisk 3 tbsp of oil, 2 tbsp of red wine vinegar, 2 tsp of dijon, 1/2 tsp of salt and pepper in a bowl then toss in your chickpeas.
  • Add 1/2 cup of oil, 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar, 2 tsp of dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp of salt and pepper, and 1/4 cup of pecorino romano to a jar and shake well until it's emulsified.
  • Add iceberg to a large mixing bowl and add in 1/2 of your dressing and toss till the lettuce is coated. Taste and determine if you'd like to add more dressing. Then add in sliced salami and shredded mozzarella and toss again. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add marinated chickpeas to the bottom of a small bowl then pack in your salad. Top the bowl with a plate and flip it over using 2 hands then carefully remove the bowl and enjoy!

LEON SALAD



Leon Salad image

This chopped salad from La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills was first introduced in the 1960's and became a fad among celebrities. It's still a popular salad entree; and you can make it at home for a lot less than the $12. that it costs at the restaurant.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, finely chopped
4 ounces italian salami, julienned
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Toss salad with the dressing.
  • Serve with some crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 32, Sodium 820.8, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 3.4, Protein 13.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ingredients. The more variety of ingredients you use, the more flavorful and interesting your salad will be. Try to include a mix of vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and cheese.
  • Chop the ingredients into small pieces. This will help them to blend together better and make the salad easier to eat.
  • Dress the salad lightly. You don't want to weigh it down with too much dressing. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good option.
  • Let the salad chill before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together and make the salad even more refreshing.

Conclusion:

La Scala's Chopped Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its variety of ingredients and light dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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