The cheesecake factory chopped salad recipe is the name of a popular salad recipe that has been circulating on social media for years. It is usually described as a composed salad made with macaroni, fresh vegetables, cream cheese, and toasted almonds in a light balsamic dressing. The salad is gluten-free, vegan, and overall very filling!

On the other hand, the Cheesecake Factory chopped salad recipe was adapted from the original by Jamie Oliver, who shared it with his sister Sally in an article they wrote two years ago titled “A Recipe for Change.

How to make a cheesecake factory chopped salad recipe?

Ingredients:

Romaine lettuce, chopped

Iceberg lettuce, chopped
Grilled chicken breast, sliced
Avocado, diced

Tomato, diced
Corn, grilled or boiled
Black beans, cooked and drained

Red onion, thinly sliced
Cilantro chopped
Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips

Shredded cheddar cheese
Ranch or your favorite salad dressing

Instructions:

Prepare the lettuce: Chop both the romaine and iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Wash and dry thoroughly, then combine in a large salad bowl.

Grill the chicken: Season the chicken breast with your choice of seasoning or marinade. Grill or cook the chicken until fully cooked and nicely charred on the outside. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
Prep the vegetables: Dice the avocado and tomato, and finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
Grill the corn: You can either grill the corn on the cob or boil it briefly, then remove the kernels from the cob.

Assemble the salad: Add the sliced grilled chicken, diced avocado, diced tomato, grilled corn, black beans, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the lettuce.
Add the crunch: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips over the salad for extra texture and flavor.
Dress the salad: Drizzle ranch dressing or your preferred salad dressing over the salad. Use as much or as little as you like, depending on your taste.

Toss and serve: Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and distribute the dressing. Make sure everything is well mixed.
Plate and enjoy: Divide the salad among serving plates and enjoy your delicious Cheesecake Factory-inspired chopped salad!
Feel free to customize the ingredients and proportions based on your preferences. The beauty of a chopped salad is its versatility, so you can adjust it to suit your taste and dietary needs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories	255
Fiber	10g
Carbohydrate	36g
Fat	8g
Sodium	322mg
Protein	11g
Sugar	8g

10 Amazing Serving Ideas for cheesecake factory chopped salad recipe

Add grilled chicken and make it a main meal.
Add cooked beans and make it even more filling.
Substitute macaroni with other pasta if you prefer something like penne or spaghetti.

Make a wrap out of the salad ingredients by placing them in the middle of a large tortilla, adding lettuce, avocado slices, and other veggies on top, and eating it like a sandwich (it is delicious).
Use the chopped salad recipe as a stuffing for any vegetable. Stick the vegetables using toothpicks and arrange them on a large platter.
Use the chopped salad recipe as a topping for any veggie burger.

Substitute quinoa with couscous, barley, or even rice if you’d like to make it gluten-free.
Make it into a pasta salad by adding cooked macaroni and mixing everything right in the serving bowl (it’s just as tasty).
Decorate the salad with some fruit on top – it will make it look prettier and add a bit of sweetness.

Make a big batch of the chopped salad recipe in advance and eat it for lunch all week long.

Conclusion

Feel free to pick different vegetables! We picked what was available in the market and used red and green cabbage, kale, carrots, and kidney beans. You can add corn, mushrooms, cucumber, bell peppers, etc.