Famous La Scala Chopped Salad: A Fresh Twist on a Classic Delight
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, green bell pepper, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley to the bowl.
- Toss the salad ingredients together until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat.
- Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the vegetables in the dressing for a few hours before serving.
- This salad can be a great base for additional proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg