Chop Salad with Dried Cranberries and Ricotta Salata
Bright, fresh, and utterly satisfying, this Chop Salad with Dried Cranberries and Ricotta Salata is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors that’s perfect for any occasion. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, while crunchy cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and colorful red bell pepper add a burst of freshness. Chewy dried cranberries bring a touch of sweetness, beautifully complemented by the salty, creamy crumbles of ricotta salata. Tossed with a light, tangy vinaigrette made of extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of honey, this 20-minute no-cook salad makes an ideal side dish or a healthy lunch option. Packed with seasonal ingredients and perfect for anyone seeking a quick, wholesome recipe, this salad is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Ricotta salata
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce hearts, then chop them into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Peel and dice the cucumber into small chunks. Add to the salad bowl.
Step 3
Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then dice it into small pieces. Add to the bowl.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add to the bowl.
Step 5
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad.
Step 6
Toss in the dried cranberries for a sweet and chewy texture.
Step 7
Crumble the ricotta salata over the top of the salad.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 9
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful chop salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2166.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1170.2 |
| Total Fat 61.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 59.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2282.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 80.3g | |
| Protein 35.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1136.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3764.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories