Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

onion

finely chopped

0.25 cup

sun-dried tomato

chopped

0.25 cup

olive oil

0.25 cup

balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp

marjoram

leaves fresh, chopped

1 tsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

dried red pepper flakes

7 cup

red tip leaf lettuce

torn

1 cup

radicchio

torn

1.5 cup

cooked chicken

cubed 1 inch

2 unit

carrots

thinly sliced

8 unit

mushrooms

sliced

0.5 cup

blue cheese

crumbled

Step 1
~3 min

Combine onion, sun-dried tomato, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, marjoram, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a jar.

Step 2
~3 min

Seal the jar tightly and shake well to emulsify the dressing.

Step 3
~3 min

Refrigerate the dressing for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

Step 4
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine red tip leaf lettuce, torn radicchio, cubed cooked chicken, thinly sliced carrots, and sliced mushrooms.

Step 5
~3 min

Shake the dressing again to ensure it's well mixed.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour the dressing over the salad in the bowl.

Step 7
~3 min

Toss the salad lightly to coat all ingredients with the dressing.

Step 8
~3 min

Divide the salad evenly onto 4 salad plates.

Step 9
~3 min

Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over each salad plate.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and flavor.

Marinate the chicken in balsamic vinaigrette for added flavor.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or dinner.

Pair with a side of crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Tomato soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular salad variation reflecting modern American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight meal
Summer
Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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