Best 5 Summer Chopped Salad With Ranch Dressing Recipes

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As the sun shines brightly in the summer sky, a refreshing and healthy salad is the perfect dish to enjoy. The summer chopped salad with ranch dressing is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. With its vibrant mix of crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and savory toppings, this salad is a must-try for all salad enthusiasts. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your knives, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

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CHOPPED SUMMER SALAD



Chopped Summer Salad image

This is the perfect, crunchy salad for warm nights.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large heads endive, sliced lengthwise into quarters
1 large Kirby cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
3/4 cups baby cherry red and yellow tomatoes
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch-long matchsticks
1 tablespoon raspberry or white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (1/2 lemon)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Slice endive into 1/2-inch-thick pieces, and transfer to a large bowl. Add cucumber, parsley, mint, cilantro, tomatoes, and red pepper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper. Whisk in olive oil until combined.
  • Pour dressing over salad, and toss to combine. Serve salad over a dish of herbed veal chops.

GARDEN CHOPPED SALAD WITH RANCH DRESSING



Garden Chopped Salad with Ranch Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Tomato     Vegetable     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Summer     Parade

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 heads romaine lettuce, tough outer leaves removed
2 cups diced (1/4 inch) red bell pepper
2 cups diced (1/4 inch) carrots
2 cups diced (1/4 inch) hothouse (seedless) cucumber
2 cups diced (1/4 inch) ripe tomatoes
4 scallions (3 inches of green left on), thinly sliced
2 ripe avocados
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
About 1 cup Ranch Dressing
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the tough ribs out of the lettuce leaves and discard the tough, darker green tops of the larger leaves. Cut the leaves into 1/2-inch pieces and place them in a large bowl. Add the bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, and scallions.
  • 2. Peel and pit the avocados. Cut them into 1/4-inch dice and place in a small bowl. Add the lime juice and toss well (to prevent discoloration). Add the avocados to the other vegetables and toss with the Ranch Dressing. Before serving, season with salt and pepper. Serve with any extra dressing alongside.

LOW FAT RANCH DRESSING OVER CHOPPED SALAD



Low Fat Ranch Dressing over Chopped Salad image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10-ounce) sack mixed greens, any style or brand
1 cup shredded carrots, available packaged in produce section
1 cup plain low fat yogurt
2 tablespoons grated red onion
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped or snipped dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
1 tablespoon lemon juice, from a wedge of fresh lemon
1 clove garlic
Coarse salt
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the greens with carrots and radishes. Mix yogurt with grated onion, herbs, lemon juice. Paste the garlic by chopping it then add a generous pinch of coarse salt and mash with the side of your knife. Mix paste into dressing. Season the dressing with black pepper, to your taste. Pour the dressing evenly over the salad, toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calorie, Fat 1 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 300 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 6 grams

SUMMER SALAD



Summer Salad image

Great for a light lunch when you are rushing around. Made with summer squash, this is a great twist on salad.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 yellow squash, diced
1 zucchini, diced
3 green onions, sliced
1 carrot, cubed
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup fat free ranch dressing
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toss vegetables with dressing, and chill for at least 1 hour. Season with salt and black pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 742.8 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

CHOPPED SALAD WITH JALAPEñO-RANCH DRESSING



Chopped Salad With Jalapeño-Ranch Dressing image

This chopped salad is fresh, festive and excessive in a celebratory way. While most salads opt for the lightest layer of dressing to optimize the produce's flavors, this one calls for the dressing to generously coat the crisp ingredients. Inspired by Caesar salad, ranch dressing and the dinner-worthy salads popularized at chain restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen, this salad is punchy and satisfying, thanks to rich ingredients, like avocado, Cotija and a mayonnaise-thickened dressing, plus those with bite, like radishes, corn kernels and tortilla chips. Pair the salad with grilled tofu, chicken, shrimp or burgers - or nothing at all. This salad eschews subtlety, and hits all the right notes.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 large scallions, trimmed and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño with its seeds (or to taste)
1 lime, zested
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
3 romaine lettuce hearts (about 1 pound), trimmed and chopped into bite-size pieces
3 fresh ears of corn, shucked, kernels removed from cobs
8 radishes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into half-moons
2 large, ripe avocados, pitted and diced
5 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced at an angle
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija (or grated Parmesan)
1 cup chopped cilantro, leaves and tender stems
2 cups crumbled lime tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the dressing: In a large measuring cup, whisk all the dressing ingredients together to combine. Season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. (Makes 1 ¼ cups. It will taste quite salty at this point, and that is intentional. You want it to hold up when tossed with a big pile of vegetables.)
  • In a large shallow bowl or platter, toss the romaine with half of the following ingredients: corn, radishes, avocado, sliced scallions, Cotija and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add ½ cup dressing and toss to coat. Season again with salt and pepper.
  • Top with the remaining corn, radishes, avocado, scallions, Cotija and cilantro, scattering the garnishes on top or arranging them in stripes or piles. Sprinkle some crumbled tortilla chips on top, if using. Drizzle the salad with an additional 1/4 cup dressing, and serve immediately, serving any remaining dressing and additional tortilla chips alongside.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fresh vegetables for a colorful and flavorful salad.
  • Chop the vegetables into small pieces so they are easy to eat.
  • Toss the salad with a homemade ranch dressing for a creamy and tangy flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
  • Add some cooked chicken, bacon, or shrimp to the salad for a protein boost.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or chives.

Conclusion:

A summer chopped salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy the fresh vegetables of the season. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a simple salad with just a few ingredients or a more elaborate salad with a variety of toppings, there is a summer chopped salad recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give one of these recipes a try.

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