Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad Recipe at Home (Print Version)
Recreate the iconic Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad at home. This copycat recipe brings the classic steakhouse favorite to your table with fresh ingredients.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ The Crisp Foundation
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1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and finely chopped
02 -
4 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
→ Savory & Tangy Accents
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1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
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1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
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1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
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1/2 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
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1/4 cup chopped green olives
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1/2 cup chopped Roma tomatoes
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2 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
→ Zesty Herbaceous Dressing
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1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
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1/4 cup red wine vinegar
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1/2 tsp granulated sugar
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tsp granulated sugar. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. This zesty dressing is key for your Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad Recipe at Home.
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Core and finely chop 1 head iceberg lettuce. Roughly chop 4 cups baby spinach. Thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion and 1/2 cup cremini mushrooms. Chop 1/4 cup green olives, 1/2 cup Roma tomatoes, and 2 large hard-boiled eggs.
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In a large salad bowl, combine the finely chopped 1 head iceberg lettuce and roughly chopped 4 cups baby spinach. Ensure they are well mixed to form the crisp foundation of your Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad Recipe at Home.
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To the lettuce and spinach base, add 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon, 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup sliced cremini mushrooms, 1/4 cup chopped green olives, 1/2 cup chopped Roma tomatoes, and 2 large chopped hard-boiled eggs.
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Pour the prepared Zesty Herbaceous Dressing over all the ingredients in the large bowl. Gently toss everything together until all the components are evenly coated. This ensures every bite of your Ruth's Chris Chopped Salad Recipe at Home is flavorful.
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Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper if desired. Divide the salad among 4 serving plates immediately. Serve chilled for the best experience.
# Notes:
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For perfectly hard-boiled eggs, place them in a pot, cover with cold water, bring to a rolling boil, then turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 10-12 minutes. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
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Feel free to customize your salad! If blue cheese isn't your favorite, feta or goat cheese can be a delicious substitute. For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add toasted pecans or chickpeas for extra crunch and protein.
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This salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you anticipate leftovers, store the dressing separately and only dress the portion you plan to eat. Undressed salad components can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days.
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While delicious on its own, this chopped salad pairs wonderfully as a side with grilled steak, chicken, or fish, mirroring the classic Ruth's Chris experience.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large salad bowl
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Whisk
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
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Small bowl
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 435 kcal
Total Fat: 39 g
Total Carbohydrate: 9 g
Protein: 12 g