Best Leon Salad From La Scala Recipes

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LEON SALAD



Leon Salad image

This chopped salad from La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills was first introduced in the 1960's and became a fad among celebrities. It's still a popular salad entree; and you can make it at home for a lot less than the $12. that it costs at the restaurant.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, finely chopped
4 ounces italian salami, julienned
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Toss salad with the dressing.
  • Serve with some crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 32, Sodium 820.8, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 3.4, Protein 13.9

LA SCALA'S CHOPPED SALAD



La Scala's Chopped Salad image

This is supposed to be the original chopped salad recipe, created by the owner of the La Scala restaurant in Los Angeles in the 1950's. I think it sounds pretty tasty, 50 years later!

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard or 3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, rinsed and finely chopped
1/3 head romaine lettuce, rinsed and finely chopped
1/4 lb italian salami, julienned
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and well-drained
chopped tomato (optional)
basil leaves, shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • To make vinaigrette: combine oil, vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste; whisk until well blended. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine lettuces, salami, mozzarella, and garbanzo beans. Toss with vinaigrette to taste.
  • Garnish with tomato and basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.2, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 42.2, Sodium 845.7, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 4, Protein 17.2

LEON SALAD FROM LA SCALA



Leon salad from La Scala image

Here's another one from my old recipe box. Any high-quality salami may be used as long as it is Italian. Serves six

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Number Of Ingredients 9

three quarters head lettuce
1 1/2 head romaine
three quarter pound mozzarella cheese
three quarter pound imported salami
1 1/2 cup garbanzos in vinaigrette, canned
three hard cooked eggs, quartered
nine greek olives
3/4 cup drained and diced pepperoncini
dressing, recipe follows

Steps:

  • 1. Core lettuce and romaine into bite size pieces into salad bowl. Add cheese, salami, garbanzos, egg, olives and pepperoncini. Add just enough dressing to moistened and toss the salad lightly but thoroughly.
  • 2. Dressing: 3/4 cup olive oil 6 tablespoons wine vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese salt and pepper to taste mix the oil, vinegar, mustard, cheese and salt and pepper. Mix well. Makes 1 1/4 cup.

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