Best 2 Lodge Salad Like Smokey Bones Recipes

Known for its smoky flavors and zesty dressing, Lodge Salad, reminiscent of the popular dish served at Smokey Bones, is a delightful and refreshing salad that combines crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, shredded cheese, and crunchy croutons, topped with a tangy and subtly sweet dressing that elevates the entire dish. Whether you're looking for a light and flavorful lunch option or a vibrant side dish to complement your main course, this Lodge Salad recipe will surely satisfy your taste buds with its perfect balance of flavors and textures. So, gather your ingredients, prepare to embark on a culinary journey, and discover the secrets behind creating this exceptional salad that will leave you craving for more.

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LODGE SALAD LIKE SMOKEY BONES

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This is my favorite thing to order at Smokey Bones, a place popular for BBQ and watching sports. Darden Restaurants closed a lot of the locations and sold the rest to another company in 2008. This is my own copycat version of the salad, not an official restaurant recipe. This is very filling even as a vegetarian salad without the chicken or shrimp; at Smokey Bones they give you an unrealistically huge portion - making this recipe only serve four. Use any dressing you like; I really love Recipe#318828 however it's not an exact replicate of Smokey Bones' dressing.

Provided by FLKeysJen

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 ounces romaine lettuce
6 ounces field greens
2 tomatoes, chopped (or one huge one)
1/3 cup sunflower seeds
1/2-3/4 cup sesame sticks
1/3 cup toasted pecans
1/2 cup wasabi peas
1/2 cup asiago cheese
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1 cup sante fe salad dressing (Spicy Tex-Mex Salad Dressing is very good, however not exactly like Smokey Bones')
grilled chicken (optional)
grilled shrimp (optional)

Steps:

Toss all ingredients together.
Top each serving with grilled chicken or a shrimp skewer, if desired.
Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 42.5, Sodium 425.5, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.8, Protein 9.5

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH SMOKY HALLOUMI CROUTONS

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If you believe the only thing better than cheese is fried cheese, then you may just love halloumi. Because of its high melting point, halloumi browns before it melts, making it perfect for frying, grilling or any kind of searing. Here, it's pan-fried with smoked paprika, then added to an escarole salad with a garlicky, lemony dressing. Slivered red onion adds pungency, while fresh parsley leaves brighten everything. If you can get the pomegranate seeds, do use them; they add a juicy sweetness that's perfect with the richness of the cheese. Serve it by itself as a first or salad course, or with roasted vegetables, fish or chicken to round it out.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories weekday, salads and dressings, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 small garlic clove, grated or pressed
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
6 ounces halloumi cheese, diced into 1-inch cubes and patted dry
3/4 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika (pimentón)
6 cups escarole, torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup parsley leaves and tender stems
1/2 shallot, or 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
Pomegranate seeds, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice and salt. Let sit for 30 seconds for the salt to dissolve, then whisk in olive oil. Taste and add more salt if needed. Set aside.
Prepare the salad: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium-high until it thins out, about 20 seconds. Add cheese and cook until golden on one side, 1 to 2 minutes, adding more oil if the pan dries out. Flip cheese and sprinkle with paprika. Let cook without moving until golden on the other side, about 1 minute longer. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Put escarole, parsley and shallot in a large salad bowl. Add the dressing and warm halloumi, and toss well, adding more oil, lemon juice and salt, to taste. Serve immediately, strewn with pomegranate seeds, if you like.

Tips:

For a richer, smokier flavor, use a combination of hickory and mesquite wood chips when smoking the chicken.
Use a variety of lettuces and greens in your salad for a more complex flavor and texture.
Add some chopped bacon, crumbled blue cheese, or hard-boiled eggs to your salad for extra flavor and protein.
Serve your salad with a variety of dressings, such as ranch, Caesar, or balsamic vinaigrette, to allow your guests to choose their favorite.
To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or chicken that has been cooked in a slow cooker.

Conclusion:

The Lodge Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. The smoky chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy dressing make this salad a real crowd-pleaser. You can easily customize this salad to your liking by adding or removing ingredients. For example, you could add some sliced avocado, chopped nuts, or crumbled feta cheese. You could also use a different type of dressing, such as a honey mustard dressing or a creamy Italian dressing. No matter how you make it, the Lodge Salad is sure to be a hit!

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