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    Everything but the Kitchen Sink Chopped Salad (with Homemade Croutons)

    📋 Modified: Jul 26, 2022 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Time to use up all of those extra salad ingredients you have on hand? This Everything but the Kitchen Sink Chopped Salad (with Homemade Croutons) recipe will help you do JUST that! Go ahead and chop up any remaining heads of lettuce you have on hand, add any extra tomatoes, cucumbers, and everything else! Don't forget to make these amazing homemade crushed croutons!

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    Ingredients

    • Lettuce - Romaine lettuce and butter lettuce were used in this recipe.
    • Tomato
    • Bacon
    • Cucumber
    • Olives
    • Avocado
    • Egg
    • Red onion
    • Cheese
    • Croutons
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    Dressing

    • Buttermilk Ranch

    Note: Refer to the recipe card below for exact quantities.

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    How to Make this Recipe

    Step One: Prepare the Dressing

    There are several ways to prepare homemade salad dressings:

    1). Use a bowl to whisk or stir the ingredients together.
    2). Put all of your ingredients in a mason jar with a lid, then give it a little shake.
    3). Use a stick blender to blend the salad dressing ingredients together. This is helpful if the dressing includes a garlic clove or anchovies.
    4). Use an oil and vinegar dispenser with your favorite extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar to drizzle on salads as needed.

    Homemade salad dressings are easy to make if you keep some essential ingredients on hand. See our Top 10 Favorite Salad Dressing Recipes for the dressings we love the most.

    Step Two: Prepare Homemade Croutons (optional)

    Preparing homemade croutons is as easy as cutting up a loaf of french bread, mixing in some melted butter, topping it all with your favorite herbs and spices, then baking for 10-15 minutes in the oven. They really add such amazing flavor!

    Step Three: Prepare Ingredients

    Cut or tear up lettuce into small portions. Wash all lettuce and produce thoroughly, then set it aside to drain in a colander. While lettuce is draining, dice all remaining ingredients into small salad-sized portions.

    Step Four: Assemble and Serve

    Assemble the salad in layers with lettuce on the bottom, followed by fresh diced vegetables, and any additional cheeses, croutons, nuts, and/or seeds.

    Add a small amount of dressing and give it a good toss. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Serve immediately.

    Equipment

    This post shows some of our kitchen essentials. Please visit our shop if you would like to see more of our favorites. These are Amazon affiliate links and we earn commission from qualifying purchases.

    • Salad bowl
    • Salad tongs
    • Colander
    • Oil and vinegar dispensers
    • Knife
    • Cutting board

    Storage

    Store salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator without dressing for 2-3 days. If the salad is moist from being washed, place a paper towel on top of it to draw out the moisture.

    Top Tips

    Buy pre-washed and ready-to-eat lettuce to save time.

    More Recipes

    Have leftover ingredients?

    • Extra butter lettuce can be used for this Butter Lettuce with Creamy Buttermilk Dressing Salad

    In the mood for a similar dish?

    Try these other salad recipes ideas:

    • Greek Chopped Salad

    More lunch recipes you will love:

    • Pesto Casarecce Pasta with Baby Heirloom Tomatoes and Artichoke
    • Nashville Hot Chicken Salad Recipe (with Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing)
    • Greek Orzo Salad with Dolmades
    • Halloumi Side Salad

    FAQ

    Are avocados good for you?

    Avocados are full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are considered a healthy fat, they're good for your heart and gut, and they will help you stay full longer.

    Should tomatoes be refrigerated?

    Refrigerating tomatoes will extend their shelf life, but could also decrease their flavor or change their texture. If you don't want your tomatoes to go bad, wait until they are fully ripe, refrigerate for a few days, then bring them back to room temperature before slicing.

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    Everything but the kitchen sink chopped salad in white bowl

    Everything Chopped Salad

    Jami Powell
    Time to use up all of those extra salad ingredients you have on hand? This Everything but the Kitchen Sink Chopped Salad (with Homemade Croutons) recipe will help you do JUST that! Go ahead and chop up any remaining heads of lettuce you have on hand, add any extra tomatoes, cucumbers, and everything else! Don't forget to make these amazing homemade crushed croutons!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Lunch, Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2

    Equipment

    • Salad bowl
    • Salad tongs
    • Colander
    • Oil and vinegar dispensers
    • Knife

    Ingredients
      

    Dressing

    • 3 tablespoon Buttermilk ranch dressing

    Salad

    • 3 oz. Butter lettuce
    • Tomato
    • Bacon
    • Cucumber
    • Olives
    • Avocado
    • Egg
    • Red onion
    • Cheese
    • Croutons
    • Salt (or to taste)
    • Pepper (or to taste)

    Instructions
     

    Dressing

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.

    Croutons

    • Prepare this homemade crouton recipe.

    Salad

    • Wash lettuce and set it aside to drain in a colander.
    • Wash remaining produce and cut into small salad sized portions.
    • Assemble salad with all ingredients.
    • Drizzle prepared dressing on top.
    • Gently toss the salad and serve immediately.
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    Food Safety

    • Wash hands and create a clean work area.
    • Rinse fresh produce thoroughly.
    • Do not use the same cutting board or utensils on cooked food or produce, that previously touched raw meat or seafood.
    • Do not leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov

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