My Ivy Chopped Salad
Elevate your salad game with "My Ivy Chopped Salad," a vibrant medley of crisp greens, savory proteins, and bold flavors that makes healthy eating irresistible. This quick and easy recipe brings together Romaine and Butter lettuce as the base, topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and creamy avocado for a fresh burst of texture. The addition of roasted turkey breast, crisp bacon, and crumbled blue cheese creates a hearty and satisfying balance, while a sprinkle of fresh chives and parsley adds a gourmet touch. The homemade red wine vinaigrette, blended with Dijon mustard and olive oil, ties the flavors together beautifully. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or stunning dinner side, this chopped salad is ready in just 20 minutes and serves up to four. Packed with nutrients and unforgettable taste, "My Ivy Chopped Salad" is a must-try for salad enthusiasts and those looking to reimagine their greens.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 1 head Butter lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 English cucumber
- 1 Avocado
- 1 cup Roasted turkey breast
- 4 strips Crisp bacon
- 0.5 cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped chives
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the Romaine lettuce and Butter lettuce. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the English cucumber into small cubes. Add them to the bowl.
Peel and dice the avocado into chunks and gently add it to the mix.
Dice the roasted turkey breast into small, bite-sized pieces and crumble the crisp bacon after cooking. Add both to the salad.
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese, chopped chives, and parsley on top for added flavor.
To make the dressing, whisk together the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately in individual bowls or on plates. Enjoy your fresh and flavorful Ivy Chopped Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.2 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 4051 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 74.4 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 948 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 5463 mg | 116% | |
*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.
