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Italian Chopped Salad

This famous Italian chopped salad was inspired by the Beverly Hills’ iconic restaurant La Scala, Enjoy!
Course: Entrée, Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian
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.