Description
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant, fresh, and crisp salad that combines a variety of colorful vegetables with a tangy natural dressing for a bright and satisfying meal or side dish. Loaded with plant-based feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a perfectly balanced dressing made from natural ingredients, this salad is easy to prepare and packed with nutritious flavors ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (yellow or orange), diced
- 1/3 cup olives
Cheese and Herbs
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (plant-based), crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil (natural)
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Start by washing all your vegetables thoroughly. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves, dice cucumbers and bell peppers, and finely slice the red onion to keep the textures balanced.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss together the chopped lettuce, cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion. This layered mix forms the delicious base of the salad.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Sprinkle the plant-based feta cheese and freshly chopped herbs like parsley and basil over the top. These add creamy and aromatic notes that make the salad truly special.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to preference for a perfect balance of tang, umami, and seasoning.
- Dress and Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly without bruising them. Serve immediately for the freshest experience.
Notes
- Use the freshest produce you can find to keep flavors vibrant and textures crisp.
- Chop ingredients uniformly to ensure an even bite and beautiful presentation.
- Taste your dressing before mixing to ensure the acidity and seasoning are perfectly aligned with your palate.
- Keep vegetables chilled before assembling for a refreshing, crisp salad experience.
- Enjoy the salad right after tossing to prevent it from wilting or becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chopped salad, plant-based feta, fresh vegetables, healthy salad, vegetarian dressing, easy salad recipe
