Enjoy a delightful twist on a classic with this Vegetarian Texas Roadhouse House Salad, a vibrant and hearty salad perfect for any meal. This recipe combines crisp romaine and iceberg lettuce with juicy grape tomatoes, crunchy shredded carrots, and zesty red onions for a refreshing base. Topped with creamy shredded cheddar cheese, protein-packed chopped hard-boiled eggs, sweet honey-roasted pecans, and crunchy vegetarian-friendly croutons, every bite is bursting with texture and flavor. A drizzle of rich, tangy vegetarian ranch dressing ties it all together, creating a restaurant-quality salad you can enjoy at home in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a side or a light main dish, this vegetarian salad is an easy, crowd-pleasing favorite thatβs sure to impress!
Wash and dry the romaine and iceberg lettuce thoroughly. Chop both into bite-sized pieces and toss them together in a large salad bowl.
Halve the grape tomatoes and scatter them over the lettuce mixture.
Add the shredded carrots and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl, distributing evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the salad.
Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into quarters or slices and arrange on top of the salad.
Add the honey-roasted pecans for a touch of sweetness and crunch.
Top the salad with vegetarian-friendly croutons for added texture.
Serve with ranch dressing on the side or drizzle directly over the salad, depending on preference.
Toss gently before serving or let individuals customize by combining their ingredients on their plates.
Calories |
2489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 143.9 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.5 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 471 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 4107 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.5 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 56.5 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 756 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.