Big Chopped Salad with Creamy Bacon Dressing Recipe

Name: Big Chopped Salad with Creamy Bacon Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound slab bacon, diced; 3 hearts romaine; 2 cucumbers, peeled, halved, and seeded; 1 medium red onion; 1 cup sour cream; 4 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 hard-boiled eggs, roughly chopped; Special equipment: Blender

Servings: persons

1
In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the bacon and saute until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes total.
2
Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
3
Set aside.
4
Cut the romaine in half lengthwise.
5
Lay flat side down and slice into1/4-inch thick ribbons.
6
Transfer to a large salad bowl.
7
Cut the cucumber into 1/2-inch cubes and add to bowl.
8
Slice onion into thin half moons and add to the bowl with the lettuce and cucumber.
9
In a blender, combine sour cream, Gorgonzola, bacon, lemon zest and juice and blitz until smooth.
10
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
11
Pour enough dressing over the salad to generously coat the ingredients.
12
Add the eggs and toss gently.

507

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound slab bacon, diced, 3 hearts romaine, 2 cucumbers, peeled, halved, and seeded, 1 medium red onion, and more.

Yes, Big Chopped Salad with Creamy Bacon Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Big Chopped Salad with Creamy Bacon Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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