Description
La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or family dinners, this salad promises an explosion of flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s not just a side dish—it’s a centerpiece that will delight your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add to the bowl.
- Finely chop the red onion and add it along with the diced cucumber.
- Stir in the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg