Best 8 Italian Chef Salad Bread Bowl Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the culinary delights of Italy with the delectable Italian Chef Salad Bread Bowl! This innovative recipe combines the freshness of a classic Italian salad with the savory warmth of a freshly baked bread bowl. Each bite offers a vibrant blend of crisp vegetables, succulent meats, a tangy dressing, and the rustic charm of homemade bread. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN BREAD BOWLS



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These cute little bread bowls are a great way to serve soup in the wintertime. I usually serve a hearty potato soup when I have the time to bake them. They freeze for up to 1 month, if desired.

Provided by Kerri Skrudland

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
7 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • Add salt, oil and 4 cups flour to the yeast mixture; beat well. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well with an electric mixer at medium speed after each addition.
  • When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  • Punch dough down, and divide into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a 4 inch round loaf. Place loaves on lightly greased baking sheets sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise in a warm place, free from drafts, until doubled in bulk, about 35 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a small bowl, beat together egg white and 1 tablespoon water; lightly brush the loaves with half of this egg wash.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Brush with remaining egg mixture, and bake 10 to 15 more minutes or until golden. Cool on wire racks.
  • To make bowls: Cut a 1/2 inch thick slice from top of each loaf; scoop out centers, leaving 3/4-inch-thick shells. Fill bread bowls with hot soup and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.4 calories, Carbohydrate 85 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 593.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

ITALIAN SALAD BOWL



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This is a nice accompaniment to a hearty meal. The best part about salads like this is that you can add or substitute your family's favorite vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
8 fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 radishes, sliced
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 yellow, red or green pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Italian salad dressing to taste

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, toss all ingredients. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

ITALIAN CHEF SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
1/4 pound hot ham, sliced
1/4 pound Genoa salami, sliced
1/4 pound deli provolone cheese, chopped
Hot pepper rings, a couple of fork fulls
Cracked green olives, 1/2 cup
1 tomato, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
A few leaves basil, torn
Red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons, eyeball it
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and dress with red wine vinegar, then extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, all to your taste.

ITALIAN CHEF SALAD BREAD BOWL



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This can be a great main dish. I love bocconcini (mini mozzarella balls) and that is one of my favorite things about this salad. It is just delicious!

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) round loaf crusty bread
6 ounces bocconcini (1 cup, halved)
5 ounces provolone cheese, cut into 3/4-inch by 1/4-inch pieces
4 ounces prosciutto or 4 ounces deli ham, thinly sliced
2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 cup assorted pitted deli olive
3 ounces pepperoni slices, 3/4 cup
1/2 cup red onion, sliced
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
5 cups salad greens
1 cup fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Cut off top third of bread; cut into 3/4-inch pieces.
  • Place on baking sheet, let stand at room temperature about 1 hour to dry.
  • Meanwhile, prepare salad; in large bowl, toss bocconcini, provolone, prosciutto, tomatoes, olives, pepperoni and onion with bread cubes and dressing.
  • Gently stir in salad greens and basil.
  • Spoon into bread bowl; serve any remaining salad in serving bowl.

CHEF SALAD



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This salad eats like a full meal and is similar to the one you'd get at a salad bar. Place your toppings in small containers and the leafy greens in a bowl to allow it to be modified to a person's preference.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Romaine Lettuce Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces romaine lettuce
1 medium head butter lettuce
6 ounces deli turkey, cubed
3 ounces turkey ham, cubed
3 ounces Swiss cheese, julienned
3 ounces Cheddar cheese, julienned
½ cup sliced cherry tomatoes
1 baby cucumber, sliced
½ cup croutons
4 large hard-boiled eggs, quartered
¼ cup ranch dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine romaine and butter lettuce in a large bowl and tear into bite-sized pieces. Toss to mix.
  • Add turkey, turkey ham, Swiss cheese, Cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, croutons, and eggs; mix to combine. Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss to combine. Another option is to place all the ingredients into individual dishes to allow guests to customize their chef salads to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1084.9 mg

SALAD IN A BREAD BOWL



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When I made salads in the past, I always served fresh-from-the-oven bread. Not this fun recipe combines these two great foods into one!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen white bread dough, thawed
8 cups torn lettuce
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup quartered thinly sliced cucumber
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
Italian salad dressing or dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Divide bread dough into four equal portions; pat each into an 8-in. circle. Coat the outside of four 5-in. x 2-in. round ovenproof bowls with cooking spray. Place upside down on a baking sheet. Shape dough circles around bowls. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cauliflower, cucumber, celery and carrots; set aside. , In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Place 2-1/2 cups of lettuce mixture into each bread bowl. Top with 1/4 cup beef mixture. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

ITALIAN CHEF'S SALAD



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A classic salad with an Italian twist. Note: Olives, artichoke hearts, and salami all add salt, so you may find you don't need further salt in the salad. Serves 2-3 as a main course salad, 4 as side salad.

Provided by dianegrapegrower

Categories     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 cups romaine lettuce, sliced thinly
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/2 cucumber, cubed
3 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup mushroom, sliced
3/4 cup canned white beans, drained and rinsed
1 -2 ounce dry salami, cut in thin strips
1 ounce provolone cheese, cut in thin strips
1 avocado, diced (optional)
1/2 cup artichoke heart, diced (optional)
1/2 cup broccoli floret, blanched (optional)
2 tablespoons roasted red peppers, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons olives, chopped (optional)
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (optional)
2 teaspoons seasoned pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Place all salad ingredients in large salad bowl, lettuce on the bottom and meat/veges on top.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Coat with oil, then vinegar. Toss. Serve immediately.

CAESAR SALAD IN AN ITALIAN BREAD BOWL



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Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cloves garlic halved
2 tablespoons anchovies paste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
6 cups Romaine lettuce torn into bite sized pieces
1 to 1 3/4 pound Italian semolina bread bowl
DRESSING
1 1/2 teaspoons anchovies paste
1 clove garlic minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon style mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3 drops Tabasco sauces
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Rub the cut sides of the garlic halves on the inside of the bread bowl, then add a very light coat of anchovy paste. Drizzle with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Set aside. 2. To prepare the dressing, place the anchovy paste, garlic, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce in a blender. Blend, while slowly adding the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified. Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. 3. In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with the dressing. Spoon the salad into the bread bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Choose the right bread bowl: Opt for a sturdy bread bowl that can hold the salad and dressing without getting soggy. Look for a bowl with a thick crust and a firm interior.
  • Make the bread bowl ahead of time: You can make the bread bowl up to a day in advance. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it at room temperature.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Try to use organic produce whenever possible.
  • Don't overcrowd the salad: The salad should be packed with ingredients, but not so much that it's difficult to eat. Leave some room for the dressing to circulate.
  • Use a light dressing: A heavy dressing will overwhelm the salad. Opt for a light vinaigrette or a creamy dressing made with yogurt or buttermilk.

Conclusion:

Italian chef salad bread bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for any occasion. With its colorful ingredients and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.

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