Chopped Salad with Parmesan Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Chopped Salad with Parmesan Dressing, a perfect balance of crisp textures and bold flavors. Featuring a colorful medley of romaine lettuce, radicchio, crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and protein-packed chickpeas, this hearty salad is as satisfying as it is nourishing. The star of the dish is the luxurious parmesan dressing, a creamy blend of grated parmesan, Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, all whisked together to create a tangy, savory finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this versatile recipe makes a delightful side dish or a light, refreshing meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings, this chopped salad is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and creamy homemade dressing.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 1 head Radicchio
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 can, drained and rinsed (15 oz) Chickpeas
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, plain
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the salad by chopping the romaine lettuce and radicchio into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

2. Slice the cucumber into half-moons, cut the cherry tomatoes in halves, and thinly slice the red onion. Add them to the salad bowl along with the chickpeas.

Step 3

3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, prepare the parmesan dressing. Combine the grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard.

Step 4

4. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

5. Pour the dressing over the chopped salad ingredients. Toss the salad gently but thoroughly to ensure even coating.

Step 6

6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or pepper.

Step 7

7. Serve immediately as a side or a light meal. Enjoy the crisp, fresh vegetables paired with the tangy parmesan dressing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3302.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2258.0

Total Fat 105.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 129mg	0%
Sodium 3866.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.0g	0%
Total Sugars 65.8g
Protein 144.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2259.6mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 6445.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 36.4%