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La Scala Chopped Salad

Famous La Scala Chopped Salad

This Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is the ultimate Beverly Hills copycat, featuring finely chopped iceberg lettuce, julienned salami, shredded mozzarella, marinated garbanzo beans, and the iconic Leon dressing. Crisp, savory, and perfectly balanced, it’s a legendary Hollywood favorite.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
  • 4 oz Italian dry salami, julienned
  • 4 oz low-moisture mozzarella cheese, finely shredded
  • 1 15-oz can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dry mustard
  • 3 tbsp finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Chef’s Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dry mustard, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Toss garbanzo beans with 3 tablespoons of the dressing and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the core from the iceberg lettuce and slice into thin ribbons, then cross-chop into small, uniform pieces about the size of a thumbnail.
  3. Julienne the salami into thin matchsticks and finely shred the mozzarella using the small holes of a box grater.
  4. Add lettuce, salami, mozzarella, and marinated garbanzo beans to a large bowl. Pour remaining dressing over the salad.
  5. Toss vigorously for about 60 seconds to fully coat and lightly bruise the lettuce. Serve immediately or let rest 15 minutes for deeper flavor.

Notes

For authentic texture, all ingredients should be finely chopped so every bite contains a perfect balance of lettuce, salami, cheese, and beans.

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