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Ruth’s Chris Chopped Salad Recipe

Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad Recipe: Freshness You Can Taste

Recreate the crave-worthy Ruth’s Chris Chopped Salad with crunchy greens, creamy blue cheese, and crispy bacon, perfect for any palate.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce can substitute with romaine for a different crunch
  • 2 cups baby spinach no notable substitutions needed
  • 1 cup chopped radicchio can replace with endive for similar taste
  • ½ cup diced red onions soak in cold water to reduce sharpness if desired
  • 1 cup chopped celery cucumber can serve as a lighter alternative
  • ½ cup sliced green olives Kalamata olives are a tasty swap
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms use any fresh mushrooms
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes grape tomatoes can be used as an alternative
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese substitute with feta or goat cheese for a lighter option
  • 6 strips bacon use turkey bacon for a healthier alternative
  • 2 large hard-boiled eggs omit for a vegan version or substitute with tofu
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup olive oil avocado oil is a great substitute
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice lime juice works as an excellent alternative
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar use apple cider vinegar for a different flavor twist
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard any mustard works—adjust to your taste!
  • 1 tablespoon honey maple syrup is a great vegan substitute
  • ¼ cup fresh basil other fresh herbs like parsley can work in a pinch
  • salt adjust according to dietary preferences
  • black pepper adjust according to dietary preferences
For Garnish
  • fresh basil leaves microgreens can offer a unique twist
  • extra crumbled blue cheese optional based on personal preference

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Add freshly chopped basil, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the dressing to sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces. Meanwhile, boil water in a saucepan, gently adding eggs and cooking for 9-10 minutes. Once cooked, cool under cold water, peel, and chop the hard-boiled eggs into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Combine chopped iceberg lettuce, baby spinach, chopped radicchio, diced red onions, chopped celery, sliced mushrooms, sliced green olives, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Fold in crumbled blue cheese, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and crispy bacon. Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad and toss everything together using tongs.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for about 10 minutes. Serve in individual bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra crumbled blue cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chop vegetables finely for improved taste and texture integration. Chill the salad before serving to enhance freshness and flavor. Store the dressing separately until just before serving.

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