Italian Chopped Salad
This famous Italian chopped salad was inspired by the Beverly Hills’ iconic restaurant La Scala, Enjoy!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
VINAIGRETTE:
- 1/4 c. olive oil
- 2 T. red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic pressed
- 1 tsp. dry mustard
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 c. grated parmesan cheese
SALAD:
- 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
- 1 med. head lettuce finely chopped
- 2 Roma tomatoes seeded and diced
- 1 sm. English cucumber seeded and diced
- 4 oz. salami julienne (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 c. shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 c. julienned basil leaves optional
Instructions
- In a small jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, dry mustard, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Cover with a lid and shake vigorously until combined.
- Place garbanzo beans in a small container and pour half the dressing over them. Cover with a lid and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, salami, and mozzarella cheese.
- When ready to serve, pour the garbanzo beans with dressing and remaining dressing over the salad. Gently toss to combine. Pour into a large serving bowl or individual serving bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Best if served the same day, refrigerate leftovers.
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