Famous La Scala Chopped Salad
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a beloved Italian-style chopped salad that originated from La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills. It’s known for its simple yet flavorful combination of ingredients, and you won’t be able to stop eating it!
Best Italian Salad
It’s no secret that Italian salads are our favorites. So when I saw this going viral on social media, I knew I needed to make it at home asap. It’s definitely 10/10!
I made a few slight adjustments to the original recipe. Because I feel red onion is a must in most salads, I added that plus a extra punch of flavor in the dressing. Feel free to adjust as you wish.
Have you ever been to Beverly Hills? Put La Scala on your list of restaurants to try and order this salad. Their entire menu looks heavenly.
Why This Recipe Works:
- SIMPLE INGREDIENTS – We’re using just five simple ingredients in this salad plus a delicious Italian dressing. Homemade dressings are definitely a must.
- DELICIOUS FLAVOR – Oh the flavors in this salad! We love us some salami and cheese in literally anything. You’ll love this one like we do!
- GREAT SIDE DISH – We love pairing this salad with Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs or our Supreme Pizza Recipe.
- COPYCAT – Whenever we eat out, I note the ones I want to copy at home. While I’ve never eaten at La Scala, it’s on my wish list. Have you been there?
Ingredient Notes:
- lettuce – a combo of iceberg lettuce and romaine lettuce
- red onion
- salami
- mozzarella cheese
- chickpeas
- salad dressing – a simple combo of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese
How to make La Scala Chopped Salad:
Step 1
Make dressing. In a mason jar, combine salad dressing ingredients – olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Shake vigorously.
Step 2
Combine salad ingredients. In a large salad bowl, combine all salad ingredients – the lettuce greens (chopped or finely minced), sliced salami, mozzarella cheese, sliced red onion, and chickpeas. Toss to combine.
Step 3
Add dressing to salad. If you’re serving the salad to a group of about six, add dressing to the salad and toss. If serving to just one or two, drizzle dressing over individual servings and save the rest for later.
Step 4
Serve. Serve salad some extra parmesan cheese and with your choice of main dishes.
What to serve with La Scala Chopped Salad:
- Grilled Mains – Grilled Filet Mignon or Grilled Chicken Skewers
- Sandwiches – Pesto Veggie Sandwich or a simple wrap
- Pizza – Pesto Pizza, Focaccia Pizza, or Meatball Pizza
- Eat it as a main dish along with a side of Browned Mushrooms or Mustard Roasted Potatoes.
Recipe FAQs:
It’s famous for its simple yet flavorful ingredients, finely chopped presentation, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette. It’s a favorite among celebrities and health-conscious foodies.
Everything should be finely chopped, almost minced. The even texture is part of what makes the salad so iconic—each bite includes a perfect blend of flavors.
The standard recipe makes about 4 large servings as a main course or 6–8 as a side dish.
Yes, but store the chopped ingredients and dressing separately. Toss them together right before serving to keep it crisp.
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Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 6-8 cups iceberg lettuce
- 6-8 cups romaine lettuce – or other
- 1/4 pound salami – chopped
- 8 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese
- 15 oz. chickpeas – rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion – optional
For the dressing:
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil – use a good quality olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese – plus more to serve
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Make dressing. In a mason jar, combine salad dressing ingredients – olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Shake vigorously.1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Combine salad ingredients. In a large salad bowl, combine all salad ingredients – the lettuce greens (chopped or finely minced), sliced salami, mozzarella cheese, sliced red onion, and chickpeas. Toss to combine.6-8 cups iceberg lettuce, 6-8 cups romaine lettuce, 1/4 pound salami, 8 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup red onion, 15 oz. chickpeas
- Add dressing to salad. If you’re serving the salad to a group of about six, add dressing to the salad and toss. If serving to just one or two, drizzle dressing over individual servings and save the rest for later.
- Serve. Serve salad some extra parmesan cheese and with your choice of main dishes.
Notes
- The standard recipe makes about 4 large servings as a main course or 6–8 as a side dish.
- You can make this salad ahead of time but store the chopped ingredients and dressing separately. Toss them together right before serving to keep it crisp.
- We love pairing this salad with Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs or our Supreme Pizza Recipe.