Best 7 Chopped Salad In Lettuce Cups Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and vibrant culinary experience with our Chopped Salad in Lettuce Cups: a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful recipe features a medley of crisp vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing, all nestled in crisp lettuce cups.

But that's not all! This article offers a delightful collection of chopped salads, each with its own unique twist. From the classic Cobb Salad with its iconic combination of bacon, avocado, and hard-boiled eggs, to the refreshing Mediterranean Chopped Salad brimming with feta cheese, olives, and cucumbers, there's a salad for every palate.

And for those seeking a vegan option, the Quinoa Chopped Salad is a protein-packed delight, bursting with quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing.

Lastly, the hearty Harvest Chopped Salad combines roasted butternut squash, apples, and cranberries, making it a perfect fall dish.

Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide a balanced meal, packed with essential nutrients and bursting with flavor. With a variety of dressings to choose from, these chopped salads offer a customizable culinary experience, catering to different dietary preferences and taste profiles.

So, embark on a culinary journey with our Chopped Salad in Lettuce Cups and discover a world of flavors in every bite. Whether you're a seasoned salad enthusiast or simply seeking a refreshing and nutritious meal, these recipes will undoubtedly become your go-to choices for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEDITERRANEAN CHOPPED SALAD



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Make this Mediterranean Chopped Salad for a large crowd. It's full of veggies, chickpeas, feta cheese, and olives and tossed in a lemony herb dressing!

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories     Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 heads romaine lettuce (chopped, about 6 cups)
1 pint grape tomatoes (quartered)
1 cup chopped Persian cucumbers
15 ounce can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
¼ cup red onions (finely chopped)
¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted (sliced)
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon parsley chopped
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove ( pressed)
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Assemble the salad in a large bowl by placing the chopped lettuce first, then arranging lines of the remaining ingredients on top of the chopped lettuce.
  • To prepare the dressing, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing in a small mason jar until emulsified.
  • When ready to serve, pour the dressing on top of the salad. Garnish with parsley. Toss if you prefer to keep the salad untossed for best presentation.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 493 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FAVORITE CHOPPED SALAD



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This chopped salad will amaze everyone around the table! Homemade Italian dressing, veggies and Parmesan cheese combine into one extraordinary salad.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 recipe Homemade Italian Dressing
1 Romaine heart (3 cups)
5 cups leafy lettuce
1 large shallot
1 English cucumber (2 cups chopped)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup ripe green olives, halved
1/2 cup jarred sliced pepperoncini
1/4 cup Parmesan shavings or shreds, plus more to serve
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Make the Homemade Italian Dressing.
  • Chop romaine and lettuce. Thinly slice the shallot. Peel and chop cucumber. Slice tomatoes and olives in half.
  • Mix together all the ingredients for the salad, including the dressing, and toss to combine. If making in advance, refrigerate the components separately; bring the dressing to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Sugar 1.3 g, Sodium 49.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg

VEGGIE SALAD IN LETTUCE CUPS



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Radishes, carrots and cucumber give this appealing side dish plenty of crunch, and the balsamic-honey mustard dressing has just the right amount of tartness. Field editor Amy Short of Lesage, West Virginia shared the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large cucumber, seeded and finely chopped
2 small carrots, shredded
12 radishes, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon honey mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 Boston lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cucumber, carrots and radishes. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, thyme, mustard, salt and pepper; shake well. , Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. , For each serving, shape two lettuce leaves into a cup; fill with vegetable mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

INDIVIDUAL LETTUCE CHOPPED SALAD



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head butter lettuce
Iced water
1 tomato, diced
1 red onion, julienned
1/2 English cucumber, diced
2 oranges, peeled and segmented
12 black grapes, halved
1 avocado, pitted and flesh diced
12 (16/20) jumbo shrimp, peeled, cooked and diced
1 lemon, juiced
1/8 cup light olive oil
Pinch salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Remove the lettuce leaves from the head and using scissors cut each leaf into round shaped cups. Add to a bowl of iced water and refrigerate until needed. In a large bowl add all the remaining ingredients, except the chives, and mix well.
  • Remove lettuce cups from the water and pat dry with paper towels. Fill the cups with the fruit and vegetable mixture and transfer to serving plates. Garnish the salads with chopped chives and serve.
  • Cook's Note: Add lobster and crabmeat, if desired.

ITALIAN CHICKEN SALAD IN LETTUCE CUPS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 48m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 cups coarsely shredded cooked chicken (from about 3 purchased roasted whole chickens)
2 cups roasted red and yellow bell peppers, drained, patted dry, and coarsely chopped
1 1/4 cups paper-thin slices red onion
3/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
3/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup drained capers
1 1/2 cups (about) Red Wine Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
24 butter lettuce leaves (from about 3 large heads)
1 (4-ounce) piece Parmesan, shaved with vegetable peeler

Steps:

  • Toss the chicken, bell peppers, onion, parsley, almonds, and capers in a large bowl with enough vinaigrette to moisten. Season the chicken salad with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Arrange 1 large lettuce cup and 1 small lettuce cup on each plate, overlapping slightly. Spoon the chicken salad into the lettuce cups. Drizzle more vinaigrette over the salads. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve.
  • Do-Ahead Tip: The chicken salad can be prepared 4 hours ahead and refrigerated. Just before serving, spoon the salad into the lettuce cups.
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • Combine the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender. With the machine running, gradually add the oil and blend until emulsified.
  • Yield: 1 3/4 cups

ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD LETTUCE CUPS



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"I serve this salad in lettuce leaves or in pita pockets to friends who enjoy something a bit out of the ordinary. This is fast, easy, a bit exotic and, best of all, delicious." If you like peanut butter, this is the chicken salad for you! Mary Bergfeld - Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 to 3 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 packages (6 ounces each) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips
4 cups chopped cucumbers
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup grated carrot
8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cucumbers, pepper, onions and carrot. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Chill until serving. Serve on lettuce leaves. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 1253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS



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Chinese cooks don't use a lot of raw vegetables, but instead prefer to stir-fry or braise them. There are a few exceptions, however, and in Hong Kong cooks fill crisp iceberg lettuce leaves with savory minced pigeon meat. Since we have no intention of domesticating the pigeons outside my New York City apartment window (pigeon meat is hard to find in the United States), we've substituted chicken in this recipe, which tastes equally as delicious. Chuck all the filling ingredients in a food processor if you're in a hurry, but larger chunks of mushrooms and water chestnuts add texture. Don't forget the fresh cilantro leaves heaped on top.

Provided by Mary Kate Tate

Categories     Chicken     Appetizer     Lunch     Lunar New Year     Healthy     Lettuce     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons clear rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1/3 cup minced red onion
1 cup chopped canned button mushrooms
1/2 cup water chestnuts, minced
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, minced
8 to 10 inner leaves iceberg lettuce, edges trimmed and chilled
Handful of fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup unsalted roasted cashews, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, salt, and sugar in a small bowl and mix together until the sugar dissolves.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry the garlic and ginger for 10 seconds. Add the onion, mushrooms, and water chestnuts and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Remove the contents of the wok.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in the wok. Swish the oil around, add the chicken, and brown for 1 minute, or until no longer pink. Add the cooked vegetable mixture back to the wok, decrease the heat, and stir in the sauce mixture. Stir for 1 minute, or until the sauce is heated and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Spoon the filling in equal amounts into the lettuce cups. Top each lettuce cup with cilantro and sprinkle with chopped cashews. Serve warm.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lettuces: Different types of lettuce provide different textures and flavors to your salad. A good mix might include romaine, butterhead, and radicchio.
  • Chop your vegetables into small pieces: This will help them to fit easily into the lettuce cups and make them easier to eat.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: A good dressing can really make or break your salad. Try a vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a salsa-based dressing.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to chopped salads. Try different combinations of vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds to find your perfect salad.
  • Make it a meal: Chopped salads can be a light lunch or dinner option, or you can add some protein, such as grilled chicken or shrimp, to make it a more substantial meal.

Conclusion:

Chopped salads are a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year round. They are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish to a main course. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a chopped salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chopped salads a try. You won't be disappointed!

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