Craving the crisp, savory, and perfectly dressed salad served at a legendary Hollywood hotspot? You can now recreate that iconic flavor in your own kitchen. This recipe for The Celebrity La Scala Salad You Can Make at Home delivers the same satisfying crunch and tangy vinaigrette that has made it a star-studded favorite for decades. After testing multiple variations, I’ve perfected the balance of salty salami, creamy mozzarella, and hearty chickpeas to bring you an authentic and effortless version.

Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe: A Hollywood Favorite You Can Make at Home

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Author: Dorothy Miller

Ingredients

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2 heads romaine lettuce, finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped Genoa salami
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Finely chop the romaine lettuce, salami, and mozzarella.
Rinse and drain chickpeas thoroughly.
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Combine all chopped ingredients and chickpeas in a large salad bowl.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes to soak in the flavors.

Serve chilled, optionally topped with grated Parmesan.

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Famous La Scala Chopped Salad Recipe