Dairy-Free Classic Chopped Salad
This Dairy-Free Classic Chopped Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed twist on the traditional favorite, free from dairy but full of flavor. This quick and easy recipe features crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red bell pepper, all finely chopped for a perfectly balanced bite. Creamy avocado and tangy Kalamata olives bring richness, while fresh parsley adds a pop of herbaceous brightness. The salad is tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic, delivering bold, tangy flavors that beautifully complement the fresh veggies. Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to four, this wholesome, allergen-friendly dish is perfect as a light lunch, side salad, or potluck showstopper. Both gluten-free and vegan, it’s ideal for anyone seeking clean-eating options without compromising on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise, and remove the seeds with a spoon. Dice into small pieces and add to the bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes and add to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad.
Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and cube the avocado flesh. Add the avocado pieces to the salad.
Slice the Kalamata olives and add them to the salad.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette dressing.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss everything gently until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing dairy-free classic chopped salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.7 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2938 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.0 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3609 mg | 77% | |
*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.
