Best 9 Chopped Salad With Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with our Chopped Salad with Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette. This vibrant dish is a delightful blend of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and crumbled bacon. The addition of hard-boiled eggs, red onion, and blue cheese crumbles elevates the salad to a gourmet experience. The pièce de résistance is the homemade Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette, a luscious dressing that ties all the ingredients together with its tangy, creamy, and slightly spicy notes. This versatile salad can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or even as a hearty main course. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey with our Chopped Salad with Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette.

**Additional Recipes:**

1. **Classic Caesar Salad:** Experience the timeless elegance of the Caesar salad, featuring crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy, garlicky dressing, topped with Parmesan cheese and croutons.

2. **Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Salad:** Discover the goodness of quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing in this wholesome and flavorful salad.

3. **Caprese Salad:** Delight in the simplicity and freshness of the Caprese salad, a combination of ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fragrant basil leaves, drizzled with olive oil.

4. **Thai Beef Salad:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this Thai beef salad, where tender beef slices are paired with a spicy and tangy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and fresh herbs.

5. **Cobb Salad:** Indulge in the classic Cobb salad, a hearty combination of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, avocado, blue cheese crumbles, and a tangy dressing.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOPPED APPLE SALAD WITH TOASTED WALNUTS, BLUE CHEESE AND POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE



Chopped Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts, Blue Cheese and Pomegranate Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey, or more to taste
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 apples (Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji) any or a combination of all, skin left on, core removed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 cups baby spinach
2 heads endive, thinly sliced
1 cup toasted coarsely chopped walnuts
3/4 pound blue cheese, crumbled (recommended: Maytag, Danish, Cabrales)
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together the pomegranate molasses, vinegar, mustard, honey and salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.
  • Combine the apples, spinach, endive, walnuts and blue cheese in a large bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss to coat, season with salt and pepper, to taste.

BLEU CHEESE PECAN CHOPPED SALAD (OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE COPYCAT)



Bleu Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad (Outback Steakhouse Copycat) image

Make Outback Steakhouse's Bleu Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad at home with mixed greens and cinnamon pecans tossed in a Bleu cheese vinaigrette; then topped with crumbled Blue Cheese.

Provided by Carrie's Experimental Kitchen

Categories     Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 c. Whole or Halved Pecans
1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
1 tbsp. Light Brown Sugar
1 tbsp. Butter, melted
1/4 c. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 c. White Vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon Mustard
2 tbsp. Sour Cream
1 tbsp. Chopped Fresh Basil
2 oz. Crumbled Bleu Cheese
2- 7(ounce) Bags Premixed Salad Greens (lettuce, cabbage, shredded carrots), rinsed and drained
2 Scallions, chopped
2 oz. Crumbled Bleu Cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the pecans, ground cinnamon, melted butter and light brown sugar in a bowl. Toss to coat well; then place on a baking sheet and cook in a preheated 375 degree F oven for about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool. (These can be kept in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for up to 5 days.)
  • Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and keep stored in the refrigerator in an air tight container for up to 1 week.
  • Add the lettuce, cabbage, carrots and scallions to a large mixing bowl; then add the prepared pecans and dressing. Mix well, top with the crumbled Bleu Cheese and serve immediately.

OUTBACK (COPYCAT) BLEU CHEESE CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Outback (copycat) Bleu Cheese Chopped Salad Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by shirl1_

Number Of Ingredients 29

Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette:
BLEU CHEESE CHOPPED SALAD
Serves 2
2/3 cup extra virgin olive Oil
1/4 cup crumbled bleu cheese
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Cinnamon Pecans:
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Salad:
4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/3 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup chopped red cabbage
1/4 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup crumbled bleu cheese

Steps:

  • Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette: Combine all ingredients except vinegar and lemon juice in a small pan over medium heat. Heat until mixture begins to bubble, remove from heat. Cool mixture. Combine cooled mixture with rice vinegar and lemon juice in a blender. Blend on high speed for 1 minute, cover and chill. Cinnamon Pecans: Combine sugar, water, butter, cinnamon and salt in a small pan over medium heat. When mixture first reaches a boil, add pecans. Stir constantly until liquid evaporates and sugar begins to crystallize on the nuts. Don't allow the nuts to smoke or burn. Pour sugar crystallized pecans out onto a plate to cool. Assemble The Salad: Combine lettuce, green onion, red cabbage, shredded carrot, pecans and pasta in a large bowl. Toss with 3/4 cup of the dressing. Top with 2 tablespoons crumbled bleu cheese on each serving.

BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE FOR CHOPPED SALAD FOR ONE



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Use this vinaigrette recipe when making a tasty Chopped Salad for One.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield Makes about 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a container with a lid, shake together vinegar, salt, pepper, and mustard. Add oil and blue cheese, and shake again until well combined.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



Romaine Salad with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 2 BIG GUY servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 hearts romaine, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound blue cheese crumbles, in specialty cheese section of your market
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place lettuce in a big bowl. Combine garlic, oregano, sugar and vinegar in a small bowl. Add oil to dressing in a slow stream and mix with a whisk or fork. Stir in blue cheese. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

CHOPPED SALAD WITH BLEU CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



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This deconstructed take on a steakhouse-style wedge salad is lighter than its original inspiration; a vinaigrette replaces the creamy dressing but makes up for any leanness with creamy bursts of crumbled bleu cheese scattered throughout the salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ounces bacon (6 to 7 slices; we like Smithfield), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips
2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces mild blue cheese, such as Danish, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup golden cherry or Sungold tomatoes
1 head romaine lettuce (or 2 to 3 heads Little Gem), thinly sliced (about 5 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a medium heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and bacon is crisp, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Reserve bacon fat for another use (it's delicious for pan-frying hash browns), or discard.
  • Whisk together vinegar and oil in a bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese and chives, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss lettuce, tomatoes, and bacon with vinaigrette; season to taste. Serve with remaining blue cheese and chives.

COPYCAT OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE CHOPPED BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Copycat Outback Steakhouse Chopped Blue Cheese Salad image

A compliation of several different recipes that I found - none were *quite* right. To save time and money, you can also sub in Marzetti's Blue Cheese Vinagarette - it is a pretty good dressing without all the work!

Provided by mykidslightmylife

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/3 cup sliced-lengthwise pecans
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
3 cups chopped bibb lettuce or 3 cups butter lettuce
3 cups chopped red leaf lettuce
3 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
1 green onion, chopped
4 ounces angel hair pasta
oil (for frying)
crouton (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Slice each pecan half into three lengthwise pieces. Mix together the cinnamon and brown sugar. Toss pecans with melted butter, then with the cinnamon/sugar mixture, tossing well to ensure a thorough coating. Put the nuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 5 to 8 minutes, until sugar is caramelized. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, slide the parchment together with the nuts off the sheet to cool, and set aside.
  • Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients.
  • Chop the lettuces into smallish bite-sized pieces; use a salad spinner to wash and dry them. Slice the green onion.
  • Break the angel hair into small, 2 inch pieces. Cook until al dente. Heat oil in a skillet, and fry drained pasta until crispy. Drain on paper towel and cool.
  • Place the chopped lettuce in a large serving bowl (one large enough to toss the salad in). Add the vinaigrette and toss thoroughly to coat. Sprinkle with the chopped onion. Break the cooled pecan slices apart and sprinkle them over the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 19.6, Sodium 298.3, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.5, Protein 9.9

BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



Blue Cheese Vinaigrette image

Even people who aren't big blue cheese fans have told me how much they enjoy this tangy dressing. It's refreshing and the flavors blend well, whether you serve it over lettuce or fresh spinach. -Erlene Cornelius, Spring City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup cider vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 to 1 cup crumbled blue cheese, divided
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup canola oil
Torn salad greens and vegetables of your choice

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, 1/2 cup blue cheese, onion, mustard, garlic and salt. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream until dressing is thickened. Stir in the remaining blue cheese if desired. Serve over salad. Cover and refrigerate leftover dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOPPED SALAD WITH BLEU CHEESE AND AVOCADO



Chopped Salad With Bleu Cheese and Avocado image

Make and share this Chopped Salad With Bleu Cheese and Avocado recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
1 large head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 large avocado, chopped
3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
6 slices bacon, crisp-fried, crumbled

Steps:

  • Combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper in a jar with a lid. Cover and shake to mix well.
  • For the salad, place the lettuce in an oval or rectangular bowl. Arrange the tomato, bacon, onion, avocado, and cheese in rows over the lettuce.
  • Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss just before serving.

Tips:

  • Prep Work: Before you start chopping, make sure all your ingredients are thoroughly washed and dried. This will prevent excess water from diluting the dressing.
  • Variety of Ingredients: Don't be afraid to mix and match different ingredients to create a unique salad. Some popular additions include roasted nuts, dried fruits, and crumbled cheese.
  • Dressing: The dressing is what brings the salad together, so make sure it's flavorful and well-balanced. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and seasonings is always a good choice.
  • Toss Gently: Once you've added the dressing, toss the salad gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. Over-tossing can bruise the greens and make the salad soggy.
  • Serve Immediately: Chopped salads are best enjoyed fresh, so serve them immediately after they're made. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for a day or two, but the texture and flavor will be best on the first day.

Conclusion:

Chopped salads are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side. With a variety of ingredients and dressings to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating a salad that suits your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give a chopped salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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