An American Quilt Chopped Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing chopped salad inspired by Richard Simmons' "Farewell to Fat" cookbook! This recipe features a zesty homemade dressing and a colorful mix of crunchy vegetables. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or potluck contribution. Get ready to experience a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 138.5 kcal

Protein 7g

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Ingredients for An American Quilt Chopped Salad

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup red onion
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Balsamic Vinegar
Soy Sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
Arrowroot
1 tablespoon honey
a pinch of salt
1/2 cup diced cucumber
Celery
Red Onion
1/4 cup shredded carrots
Green Beans
Corn Kernels
Radicchio
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
a pinch of pepper
2 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup red bell pepper
1/2 cup green bell pepper
red cabbage leaves

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How to Make An American Quilt Chopped Salad

**Make the Dressing:** Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Finely chop 1/2 cup red onion. (Note: there will be small onion pieces in the dressing).
Pour the dressing into a small saucepan and heat gently over low heat, stirring frequently. Do not boil.
Remove from heat and let the dressing cool completely. Then, refrigerate until chilled.
While the dressing chills, chop the following vegetables: 2 cups romaine lettuce, 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup cucumber (diced), 1/2 cup red bell pepper (diced), 1/2 cup green bell pepper (diced), and 1/4 cup shredded carrots.
In a large serving bowl, combine all the chopped vegetables.
Refrigerate the vegetables until ready to serve.
Just before serving, add 1/4 cup of the chilled dressing to the vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine. Taste and add more dressing if desired.
Arrange each portion of salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or red cabbage leaves for an elegant presentation.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make An American Quilt Chopped Salad?

An American Quilt Chopped Salad takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in An American Quilt Chopped Salad?

An American Quilt Chopped Salad has approximately 138.5 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for An American Quilt Chopped Salad?

The key ingredients for An American Quilt Chopped Salad are Garlic, Red Onions, Mustard, Balsamic Vinegar, Soy Sauce, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.