Description
La Scala Chopped Salad is a colorful and nutrient-rich dish that brings together crisp romaine lettuce, ripe cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives—all tossed in a zesty red wine vinaigrette. This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion, whether as a light lunch or a delightful side at dinner. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt the recipe to suit your tastes or seasonal produce. Impress your guests with this vibrant salad that caters to every palate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together red wine vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Chill (Optional): Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Serve: Transfer to plates or bowls and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg