Copycat Ruth’s Chris Chopped Salad

Ingredients

• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup diced cucumber (preferably English)
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and yellow)
• 1 cup chopped red cabbage
• 1 cup cooked and diced grilled chicken breast (or steak)
• ½ cup cooked bacon bits
• ½ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and chopped red cabbage. Toss gently to mix the vegetables evenly.
2. Stir in the cooked and diced grilled chicken (or steak), cooked bacon bits, and crumbled blue cheese if using. Ensure everything is well distributed throughout the salad.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss everything together until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
5. Transfer the salad to a large serving dish, or portion it into individual plates. Garnish with additional toppings like bacon bits or cheese if desired.
6. Serve immediately for the best texture, or refrigerate for up to an hour if preparing ahead of time.

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