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Bacon Ranch Chopped Salad

A vibrant medley of fresh veggies, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or BBQ side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fresh Veggies
  • 3-4 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped You can adjust the quantity based on preference.
  • 3-4 cups cauliflower, finely chopped You can adjust the quantity based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red sweet pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, finely sliced and diced
  • 1/2 cup sweet corn (canned or fresh)
Main Ingredients
  • 10 slices bacon, cooked, drained, and chopped Cook bacon until crispy for best results.
  • 1 cup Colby Jack cheese, shredded Substitute with Feta or Cheddar if desired.
  • to taste Ranch dressing Drizzle generously for best flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, green bell pepper, red sweet pepper, carrots, and sweet corn.
  2. Add the chopped bacon and shredded Colby Jack cheese to the bowl.
  3. Toss the salad ingredients together until well mixed.
  4. Drizzle with your favorite ranch dressing and toss again to coat evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short time before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Chop and prep all your veggies ahead of time! Store bacon and dressing separately if making ahead to maintain crunch.