Bacon Ranch Chopped Salad

Bacon Ranch Chopped Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad:

3 to 4 cups finely chopped broccoli florets

3 to 4 cups finely chopped cauliflower florets

1/2 cup diced red onion

1/2 cup diced green bell pepper

1/2 cup diced red bell pepper (or sweet red pepper)

1/2 cup finely sliced and diced carrots

1/2 cup sweet corn, drained (canned or fresh)

10 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy, drained, and chopped

1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

For the Dressing:

1/2 cup mayonnaise (see notes for light options)

1/2 cup sour cream

2 1/2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix

Instructions:

Prepare the vegetables and mix-ins:

Finely chop the broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and both types of bell peppers. Dice the red onion and drain the canned sweet corn. Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

Add the bacon and cheese:

Stir in the chopped, cooked bacon and shredded colby jack cheese. Mix gently to combine with the vegetables.

Make the dressing:

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and dry ranch seasoning mix until smooth and well blended.

Toss and chill:

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 15–30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.