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Ruth’s Chris Chopped Salad

Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad: Fresh, Crisp, and Customizable Delight

Enjoy a vibrant and customizable Ruth’s Chris Chopped Salad filled with fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce can be replaced with romaine
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 cup sliced radicchio endive can be used if unavailable
  • ½ cup diced red onions yellow onions are a milder alternative
  • 1 cup chopped celery can be omitted for a softer texture
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms any preferred mushroom variety
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes swap for diced heirloom tomatoes if desired
  • 1 cup green olives substitute with black olives or omit
Protein and Cheese
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese feta can be used as a lighter substitution
  • 4 strips bacon turkey bacon is a great alternative
  • 4 large hard-boiled eggs substitute with chickpeas for a vegetarian option
Dressing
  • ½ cup olive oil avocado oil can add a different flavor
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice lime juice is a great substitute
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar balsamic vinegar may work well too
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard whole grain mustard can offer a fun texture
  • 1 tablespoon honey maple syrup can be used for a different sweetness
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil fresh parsley can be a nice alternative
  • salt adjust to taste
  • black pepper adjust to taste
Garnish
  • fresh basil leaves optional
  • extra crumbled blue cheese optional, but highly recommended

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • skillet
  • small pot
  • large salad bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and chopped fresh basil. Whisk vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until well blended. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside to infuse flavors.
Cook Bacon and Eggs
  1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove, drain fat, and crumble. In a small pot, boil water and add eggs; cook for 9-10 minutes. Cool, peel, chop, and set aside.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine chopped iceberg lettuce, baby spinach, sliced radicchio, diced red onions, chopped celery, sliced mushrooms, and halved cherry tomatoes. Toss ingredients well.
Add Proteins and Cheese
  1. Add crumbled blue cheese, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and crispy bacon. Drizzle prepared dressing over top and gently toss.
Chill and Serve
  1. Mold salad into a shape on a serving platter, refrigerate for about 10 minutes. Garnish with basil leaves and crumbled blue cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chop ingredients uniformly for better texture, and refrigerate salad to enhance flavor melding. Store leftover salad and dressing separately for freshness.

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