The La Scala chopped salad has my favorite salad since I was in high school. This viral recipe became famous because of Kim Kardashian and Tik Tok. And this famous salad has been my favorite salad since high school. The last time I was in LA, I had 3 chopped salads in 4 days. I grew up in LA and missed this salad so much that I decided to recreate it myself so I could have it here in Chicago. I’ve seen other recipes get it so wrong, and mine tastes exactly like an authentic La Scala chopped salad. This easy recipe is perfect for meal prep, and it makes for a delicious and healthy lunch or dinner. Here’s how to make the famous La Scala chopped salad.

The Beverly Hills La Scala Chopped Salad by an LA Native

Remember when Carrie Bradshaw said “Men I may not know, but shoes… shoes I know.” And that’s how I feel about this salad. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve ordered this famous chopped salad at the famous Beverly Hills restaurant. Most order the original chopped salad which includes iceberg lettuce, salami, garbanzo beans, and shredded mozzarella cheese. I’ve always preferred the turkey chop, so that’s what I’m going to share with you today, but they’re both amazing. It’s honestly all about the tangy dressing. This salad is so easy to meal prep, and you can add the protein of your choice. 

La Scala Chopped Salad Ingredients

I don’t really go off a set amount of ingredients for anything other than the dressing. Just throw this salad together with however much of everything that you’d like. The original chef Jean Leon’s original recipe has salami, and it’s a great salad, but I’ve always preferred the turkey chop. If you want extra protein, add more turkey or do a mix of turkey and salty salami. I’ve found that the amount of ingredients means nothing, and I could order this without garbanzo beans (that’s how I used to eat it) and I’d still love it. It’s all about the dressing, which truly makes this salad. I like to double the dressing recipe so I have extra for the week. 

This easy salad takes just a few minutes to make, and is the perfect main or side dish. It’s truly my favorite thing to eat, and I love that I found a way to have it now that I no longer live in LA. Here’s how to make this famous salad recipe. 

Dressing Ingredients

This homemade dressing is delicious and the key to the La Scala chopped salad. I’d argue that iceberg lettuce is the other key ingredient, and that you could mix up everything else, and still have a delicious salad with this dressing. It’s made with simple ingredients and is the most delicious dressing I’ve ever had. 

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 cup grated pecorino romano

La Scala Chopped Salad Ingredients

Deli turkey or Italian salami
Iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
Shredded or chopped mozzarella
1 can of chickpeas, marinated in the dressing if you have time

My husband insisted that I mention red onion as an optional ingredient. 

How to Make It 

Step 1: Combine dressing ingredients into a small food processor or blender and mix until blended.

Step 2: Add lettuce, salami or turkey, mozzarella, and chickpeas into a large bowl.

Step 3: Toss with vinaigrette until the salad is coated. 

Step 4: Sprinkle with a little black pepper (they always offer this at the restaurant and it’s a great touch). 

For an added and very authentic bonus, add some warm, fresh bread and dip in marinara. I always ordered this to start at La Scala and it’s so good. 

If you’re planning a trip to Los Angeles, the Brentwood location closed, but there’s a new pickup location in Santa Monica. And the Beverly Hills restaurant is still open.  And do yourself a favor and order a side of marinara for the bread. Trust me on this one.

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