Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata Recipe

Experience a taste of Sicily with this vibrant Chop Salad! Perfectly portioned for effortless assembly, this recipe features the unique and subtly sweet Ricotta Salata cheese – a snow-white, sheep's milk delight from Italy. Its dense yet spongy texture and nutty, milky, and sweet flavors create a delicious contrast to the crunchy vegetables and tart cranberries. No knife needed beyond initial prep! This recipe is perfect for a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a quick weeknight meal. Easily customizable – try it with our recommended dressings (recipe #91909 & #121271) or a simple squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a low-fat option. Discover the difference of true Italian Ricotta Salata – it's not your average ricotta!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 104.6 kcal

Protein 6g

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Ingredients for Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata

1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved or quartered
1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted (or pecans)
1/2 cup ricotta salata, crumbled or diced
1 head romaine lettuce, cored and chopped
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

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How to Make Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata

Wash and thoroughly dry all salad ingredients.
Finely chop the red onion and cucumber. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cranberries, diced ricotta salata, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Add toasted pecans or walnuts, if desired.
Gently toss all ingredients to combine.
Pour your desired amount of dressing over the salad.
Toss gently again to coat evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata?

Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata?

Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata has approximately 104.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata?

The key ingredients for Chop Salad With Dried Cranberries And Ricotta Salata are Iceberg Lettuce, Celery, Red Onion, Grape Tomatoes, Cucumber, Dried Cranberries. See the full list with measurements above.