Description
This iconic Beverly Hills salad is a perfect balance of crunch, saltiness, and zest. Whether you’re meal prepping or making it fresh, it’s an effortless way to dine like a Hollywood star!
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil (1/3 cup)
- Red wine vinegar (3 tablespoons)
- Minced garlic (2 cloves)
- Dijon mustard or dry mustard (3 teaspoons or 1 teaspoon)
- Kosher salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese (1/3 cup)
- Iceberg lettuce, shredded (1 head, about 5-6 cups)
- Romaine lettuce, shredded (1 head, about 4-5 cups)
- Chickpeas, drained and rinsed (1 15-ounce can)
- Italian salami, thinly sliced (1/4 lb or 4 ounces)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups)
Instructions
- Whip Up the Dressing
- In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and Pecorino Romano cheese.
- Whisk or shake well until fully blended.
- Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, add shredded iceberg and romaine lettuce.
- Toss in chickpeas, thinly sliced Italian salami, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Toss and Serve
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.
- Toss everything together until well coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tangy flavors!
Notes
- Best Served: Freshly tossed for the best texture and flavor.
- Storage: Keep the dressing separate if storing leftovers to maintain salad crispness.
- Variations: Add cherry tomatoes or pepperoncini for an extra kick.
- Make it Vegetarian: Skip the salami or replace it with marinated artichokes for a meatless option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian-American