La Scala Chopped Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Salad
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1 head iceberg lettuce, rinsed and finely chopped
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1/4 lb Italian salami, julienned
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and well-drained
→ Dressing
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1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1/4 cup red wine vinegar
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2 tsp Dijon mustard
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1/2 tsp salt and pepper
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1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
# Instructions:
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In a large serving bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper; whisk until well blended.
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Add the chopped iceberg lettuce, julienned salami, shredded mozzarella, and drained garbanzo beans to the bowl with the vinaigrette.
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Toss all ingredients with the vinaigrette until evenly coated. Finish with additional Pecorino Romano cheese and adjust salt and black pepper to taste if desired.
# Notes:
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This legendary salad is inspired by the La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills, California.