CHOPPED SALAD IN LETTUCE CUPS

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Now, I can make many different versions of salads to put into these lettuce cups. From ... Cobb, Mediterranean, chopped, traditional, lettuce tomato, onion ... or you can make a all vegetable salad, a Mexican black bean and corn salad, fruit salad, chicken, shrimp or crab salad. The method is the same. But I love serving these at dinner parties. My last one I served a version of a caesar salad and put them in lettuce cups and served at a dinner party. They were a big hit. So, my favorite is a simple chopped salad, I love the traditional version for this.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 Lettuce Cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 lettuce leaves (you can use radicchio, bibb, boston, or anything you like)
2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
2 plum tomatoes, diced (slightly seeded)
2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
1/4 cup chopped bacon
1 small red onion, diced
1/2 cup cucumber, diced (skin on)
1/4 sup sliced black olives
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Dressing -- Add all the ingredients and mix well. Just set to the side.
  • Salad -- In a large bowl add all the ingredients and toss well. Now remember -- you can add anything, these are just my favorites. Make IT YOUR salad. I just like to chop well so it is easy to fit into the lettuce leaves.
  • Toss and Fill -- I just like to toss the chopped salad with a little of the dressing, not too heavy and then fill into the lettuce leaves. My favorite is radicchio or bibb, but you can use any type of leaf you want. You can also secure the leaf with a tooth pic too which is fun and then serve small cups of extra dressing on the side.
  • Now if you are a buttermilk type dressing by all means, or a balsamic dressing. You can really use your favorites here. It is more the method and the technique which just makes it really fun to serve at parties. Just have fun with them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.1, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 53, Sodium 29.8, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.3

Okelue pascal
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I think this salad would be even better with some grilled chicken or shrimp added to it.


Gujjar Zade
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I would love to try this salad with different types of lettuce cups, such as endive or radicchio.


savya savya
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Roxanemkl Bussinkuqs
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I would recommend this salad to someone who is looking for a light and refreshing meal.


Dekey Price
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either.


Shipon Md
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This salad is not very filling. I was still hungry after eating it.


Riyajul haque Riyaj
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This salad is a bit too expensive for my taste. I can get the same ingredients at the grocery store for much less.


MUSTAFA JANI
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I found the lettuce cups to be a bit flimsy. They didn't hold up well to the dressing.


Isgak Daniels
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This salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add some more seasoning to the dressing.


Nicholus Khathutshelo Luvhengo
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I'm not a big fan of lettuce cups, but I love this salad. The dressing is so good that it makes up for the lettuce cups.


Xhibit Ivan
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This salad is a great way to add some variety to your meals. It's a nice change from the usual salads.


Qussainmalik Malik
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The dressing is so flavorful. I love the combination of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs.


Edgar Juarez
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I love the crunch of the lettuce cups. They're the perfect vessel for the salad.


Madushan Max
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few extra veggies in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


Hiboh Abdi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Adil Afrisidi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of fiber and protein.


Freddymc
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The salad is always crisp and refreshing, and the dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.


Rashidah Bamu
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This chopped salad in lettuce cups is a refreshing and healthy meal that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh veggies.