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La Scala Chopped Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad made with fresh vegetables, meats, and a zesty dressing, inspired by a renowned restaurant in Los Angeles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 head Crisp lettuce Washed and chopped
  • 4 oz Salami Sliced into thin strips
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced
  • 1 small Red onion Diced
  • 1/2 cup Black olives Pitted and halved
  • 4 oz Mozzarella cheese Cubed
Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the crisp lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large bowl.
  2. Dice the tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. Add them to the bowl.
  3. Slice the salami into thin strips and add to the bowl along with cubed mozzarella cheese.
  4. Toss in the black olives.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well mixed. Serve immediately.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and consider balancing your ratios of vegetables, meats, and cheeses. Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for optimal freshness.