Chopped Salad Recipe
smoked cheddar, sage-buttermilk ranch dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, chop the red bell pepper, and grate or finely shred the carrots.
Chop the Salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and carrots. Toss the ingredients gently to mix them evenly.
Add Cheese and Season
Cube or shred the smoked cheddar cheese and add it to the salad. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Make the Sage-Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of buttermilk, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, chopped fresh sage leaves, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.
Dress the Salad
Pour the sage-buttermilk ranch dressing over the salad. Toss gently until all the ingredients are well coated.
Serve
Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side or main dish.