Chopped Salad with Parmesan Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Chopped Salad with Parmesan Dressing, a perfect balance of crisp textures and bold flavors. Featuring a colorful medley of romaine lettuce, radicchio, crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and protein-packed chickpeas, this hearty salad is as satisfying as it is nourishing. The star of the dish is the luxurious parmesan dressing, a creamy blend of grated parmesan, Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, all whisked together to create a tangy, savory finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this versatile recipe makes a delightful side dish or a light, refreshing meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings, this chopped salad is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and creamy homemade dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 1 head Radicchio
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 can, drained and rinsed (15 oz) Chickpeas
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
1. Prepare the salad by chopping the romaine lettuce and radicchio into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Slice the cucumber into half-moons, cut the cherry tomatoes in halves, and thinly slice the red onion. Add them to the salad bowl along with the chickpeas.
3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, prepare the parmesan dressing. Combine the grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard.
4. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
5. Pour the dressing over the chopped salad ingredients. Toss the salad gently but thoroughly to ensure even coating.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or pepper.
7. Serve immediately as a side or a light meal. Enjoy the crisp, fresh vegetables paired with the tangy parmesan dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 105.0 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.7 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 3867 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.0 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.0 g | 204% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.8 g | ||
| Protein | 144.7 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2260 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 6446 mg | 137% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
