La Scala Chopped Salad
A vibrant and refreshing salad bursting with fresh ingredients, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a nutritious meal at home.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine Lettuce Chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes Sliced
- 4 oz Salami Diced
- 1/2 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
- 1/2 cup Pepperoncini Sliced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Shaved or grated
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the tomatoes, red onion, and pepperoncini.
- Dice the salami into small cubes and shave or grate the Parmesan cheese.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine, tomatoes, onion, olives, salami, pepperoncini, and cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Pour it over the salad, then toss to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Taste and add more salt or pepper as needed. Ensure the flavors shine without overpowering one another.
Serving
- Dish out servings into bowls, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Use fresh, organic produce for best flavor. Prepare ingredients in advance but combine with dressing just before serving to keep crisp.