Famous La Scala Chopped Salad (Print Version)

Crisp iceberg, romaine, salami, chickpeas, and cheese tossed in a tangy homemade dressing.

# Ingredients:

→ Dressing

01 - ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
02 - 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard or 1 teaspoon dry mustard
05 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt and pepper
06 - ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese or grated parmesan cheese

→ Salad

07 - 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded (5-6 cups)
08 - 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded (4-5 cups)
09 - 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
10 - ¼ pound (4 ounces) Italian salami, thinly sliced
11 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

# Directions:

01 - Add all dressing ingredients to a small bowl or jar. Whisk together or seal the jar and shake to combine.
02 - In a large bowl, combine shredded iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, chickpeas, Italian salami, and mozzarella cheese. Pour the prepared dressing on top and toss to coat.
03 - Serve the salad immediately. Store leftovers in the fridge for 1-2 days, keeping the dressing separate if preparing in advance.

# Notes:

01 - To save time, consider purchasing pre-shredded lettuce.
02 - Use Italian salami found near the specialty cheese section for optimal flavor.