Description
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish featuring smoked turkey bacon, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, red onion, and creamy plant-based cheese. Tossed in a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing (natural) and garnished with fresh parsley, this colorful salad offers a delightful balance of smoky, fresh, and zesty flavors perfect for any meal occasion.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 4 cups crisp romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup plant-based cheese, diced or crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard (natural)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Cook the smoked turkey bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and golden brown. Remove from heat and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Once cooled, chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop the Fresh Vegetables: While the bacon cooks, finely chop the romaine lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Aim for uniform pieces to ensure an even mix.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, toss together the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, smoked turkey bacon pieces, and plant-based cheese. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for color and freshness.
- Make the Tangy Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar (natural), olive oil, mustard (natural), salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Dress and Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Chop all ingredients into similar sizes for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Use the freshest vegetables available for optimal crunch and taste.
- Allow the dressing to rest for a few minutes before tossing to meld the flavors.
- If adding nuts, toast them lightly to enhance their flavor and texture.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to preserve its crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: chopped salad, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, apple cider vinegar dressing, fresh vegetables, healthy salad
