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Ruths Chris Chopped Salad Recipe: Crunchy Freshness Awaits

Ruths Chris Chopped Salad Recipe: Your Crunchy Fresh Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad with crunchy vegetables and a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups Iceberg Lettuce Can substitute with Romaine
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Kale can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Finely sliced for best texture
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved for uniformity
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced uniformly
  • 4 slices Cooked Bacon Turkey bacon can be used
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional for calorie reduction
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Can substitute with green onion
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a great swap
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • large bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse, dry, and chop all the vegetables uniformly to ensure an even texture.
  2. Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Combine the chopped iceberg lettuce, fresh spinach, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl. Toss gently.
  5. Fold in the chopped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  7. Serve immediately, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider adding sliced avocado for extra creaminess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping the dressing separate.

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