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    Home » Recipe » Salad » Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette

    Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette

    Published Jan 26, 2016 · Updated Nov 16, 2018 by Ginnie · 2 Comments

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    Pair my Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette with a pizza for an easy party meal or weeknight dinner!

    The Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette ... the perfect salad to pair with any meal! | Hello Little Home

    You guys ... this salad is so amazing!

    I'm not a fan of wimpy, boring salads covered in tasteless dressings. There are way too many other delicious foods to eat, am I right?

    My go-to salad is chopped and chock full of tasty ingredients. And that's exactly what this salad is.

    I'm calling mine the Ultimate Chopped Salad, because it is that good!

    The Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette ... the perfect salad to pair with any meal! | Hello Little Home

    Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette

    This chopped salad is made with some of my favorite ingredients: crispy romaine lettuce, crunchy vegetables, briney capers and kalamata olives, and creamy blue cheese.

    A tangy lemon vinaigrette brings all the flavors together.

    If you've never made your own vinaigrette, this easy lemon vinaigrette is a good starting point. It's so simple to make—just whisk together a few ingredients—and tastes a million times better than the bottled stuff.

    Crunchy fried shallots are the finishing touch ... yum!

    The Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette ... the perfect salad to pair with any meal! | Hello Little Home

    If you're looking for the perfect game day recipe, the Ultimate Chopped Salad with easy Lemon Vinaigrette is it.

    Entertaining for a big game doesn't have to be difficult or time consuming. I like to make something from scratch, like this salad, and serve it with my favorite convenience foods, like frozen pizza and pie!

    It's an easy way to save time in the kitchen without sacrificing great taste!

    The Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette ... pair it with your favorite Red Baron pizza and Mrs. Smith's pie for a simple meal! | Hello Little Home

    I paired my salad with Red Baron Classic Crust 4-Cheese Pizza.

    I'm a cheese pizza lover, and with plenty of ooey, gooey cheese, plus a delicious, chewy crust,  this pie was a winner in my book.

    If you're entertaining a crowd on game day, simply pick up a few Red Baron pizzas in a variety of flavors, and you'll have something to make everyone happy!

    The Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette ... pair it with your favorite pizza for a simple meal! | Hello Little Home

    A delicious cheese pizza goes with anything, so have fun with this recipe and feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients!

    Artichoke hearts, nuts, different cheeses (feta ... mmm!), radishes, and red peppers (to name a few) would all be delicious!

    The Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette ... the perfect salad to pair with any meal! | Hello Little Home

    We finished our meal with a delicious slice of Mrs. Smith's Cherry Pie.

    Just look at how flaky that crust is! This pie didn't last long in our home.

    You'll need to cook this pie before serving it. I recommend baking it an hour or two before your guests arrive. Your home will smell amazing, and everyone will be ready to dig into your easy game day feast the minute they arrive.

    Don't forget the whipped cream and ice cream!

    Delicious Mrs. Smith's Cherry Pie! | Hello Little Home

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    Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette

    This Ultimate Chopped Salad with Easy Lemon Vinaigrette is the perfect way to make any meal special!
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 main dish servings, or 6-8 side side servings
    Author: Ginnie

    Ingredients

    For Shallots:

    • 2 shallots, very thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • salt and pepper, to taste

    For Lemon Vinaigrette:

    • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    • ¼ cup + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

    For Salad:

    • 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
    • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
    • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
    • 1 large cucumber, quartered and sliced
    • ½ cup kalamata olives, quartered
    • 1 tablespoon capers
    • 2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
    • small handful of basil leaves, chopped

    Instructions

    Prepare salad:

    • Separate the shallots into rings using your fingers.
    • Place shallots in a medium bowl, then sprinkle with cornstarch. Toss the shallots with the cornstarch to coat.
    • Head 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add shallots to the skillet in a single layer. Cook until browned on both sides, turning occasionally (a pair of tongs works well for this).
    • Transfer shallots to a paper towel lined plate, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

    Prepare Vinaigrette:

    • While shallots are cooking, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
    • Slowly add olive oil, continuing to whisk until well combined. Set aside.

    Prepare Salad:

    • Place romaine, green onions, grape tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, capers, blue cheese, and basil in a large bowl.
    • Drizzle salad with enough vinaigrette to coat it (you may have a little vinaigrette left over), then gently toss to combine all ingredients.
    • Serve salad immediately, topped with shallots. Enjoy!
    Did you make this recipe?I love seeing what you're cooking! Leave a comment below, or tag @HelloLittleHome or #hellolittlehome on Instagram!

    What is your favorite game day recipe?

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    Ginnie is the writer, photographer, and chief content creator behind Hello Little Home. She loves trying new things (whether that’s creating delicious vegetarian recipes, exploring a new city, trying a fun DIY project, or sharing a pretty makeup look), and she hopes to inspire you to do the same! Read more about Ginnie here.

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    Shasta
    7 years ago

    I love Red Baron pizza and these pairings are fabulous! #client

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    7 years ago
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    Thanks, Shasta!

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