Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of the famous La Scala chopped salad, a perfect medley of fresh ingredients that will dance on your palate. This colorful salad combines crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Ideal for gatherings, summer picnics, or cozy dinners at home, it’s an easy-to-make dish that adds flair to any meal. Enjoy this refreshing salad as a side or main course that accommodates various dietary preferences while impressing your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup English cucumber, diced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (soaked in water if desired)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and cucumber into small cubes; add to the bowl.
- Add diced bell peppers and thinly sliced red onion (after soaking) along with Kalamata olives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg