This delicious Pioneer Woman Chopped Salad is a quick and creamy dish that’s perfect for any meal. With crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and a rich dressing, it’s a simple, nutritious choice that can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this salad is sure to satisfy!
Ingredients Needed
- 12 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, quartered
- 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
How To Make Chopped Salad Recipe
- Cook the bacon: Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon, stirring occasionally, until crispy (about 10 minutes). Once crispy, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and set aside.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup chopped parsley, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, and 1 minced garlic clove until smooth. Season the dressing with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine 1 chopped head of iceberg lettuce, 1 pint quartered grape tomatoes, 1 bunch thinly sliced green onions, the cooked bacon, and all but 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Toss the salad ingredients with the dressing until everything is well-coated.
- Top and serve: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the salad before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Crisp the bacon properly: Make sure to cook the bacon until it’s nice and crispy. This adds a crunchy texture to the salad and prevents it from becoming soggy.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and freshly chopped herbs make the salad more flavorful. Don’t skip on using high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best taste.
- Customize the dressing: You can adjust the thickness of the dressing by adding more or less buttermilk. For a creamier texture, use more mayo or sour cream.
- Chill the salad before serving: Let the salad sit in the fridge for 10–15 minutes after tossing it with the dressing. This helps the flavors meld together and makes it even more refreshing.
- Top with extra cheese: Don’t skimp on the shredded cheddar! Adding a generous amount on top gives the salad extra creaminess and flavor.
How To Store Leftovers
Store leftovers chopped salad in a sealed container in the fridge. It will stay good for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 bowl)
- Calories: 750
- Total Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sodium: 1,200mg
- Potassium: 600mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 15g
- Dietary Fiber: 6g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 40g
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Pioneer Woman Chopped Salad Recipe
Description
This delicious Pioneer Woman Chopped Salad is a quick and creamy dish that’s perfect for any meal. With crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and a rich dressing, it’s a simple, nutritious choice that can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this salad is sure to satisfy!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon, stirring occasionally, until crispy (about 10 minutes). Once crispy, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and set aside.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup chopped parsley, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, and 1 minced garlic clove until smooth. Season the dressing with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine 1 chopped head of iceberg lettuce, 1 pint quartered grape tomatoes, 1 bunch thinly sliced green onions, the cooked bacon, and all but 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Toss the salad ingredients with the dressing until everything is well-coated.
- Top and serve: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the salad before serving.
Notes
- Crisp the bacon properly: Make sure to cook the bacon until it’s nice and crispy. This adds a crunchy texture to the salad and prevents it from becoming soggy.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and freshly chopped herbs make the salad more flavorful. Don’t skip on using high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best taste.
- Customize the dressing: You can adjust the thickness of the dressing by adding more or less buttermilk. For a creamier texture, use more mayo or sour cream.
- Chill the salad before serving: Let the salad sit in the fridge for 10–15 minutes after tossing it with the dressing. This helps the flavors meld together and makes it even more refreshing.
- Top with extra cheese: Don’t skimp on the shredded cheddar! Adding a generous amount on top gives the salad extra creaminess and flavor.
Pioneer Woman Chopped Salad Recipe