Steakhouse Chopped Salad

1/2 c. red onion, chopped

1/3 c. green olives, chopped

1 c. bleu cheese, crumbled

1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

1 can hearts of palm, drained and cut into 1/4 ” chunks

8 oz. fresh mushrooms, chopped

10 slices Main Street Meat Hickory Smoked Bacon, cooked, drained and cut into 1/2? pieces

4 hard-boiled eggs, cut into chunks

1 1/2 c. crispy fresh fried onion rings

4 c. spinach leaves

Cherry tomatoes

In a large bowl, combine lettuce, spinach, red onion, green olives, mushrooms, eggs, hearts of palm, artichokes and bacon and toss well.

 

Lemon Basil Dressing:

2 c. sour cream

4 T. lemon juice

1/2 c. fresh basil, chopped (yes, we used fresh for more robust flavor)

1/2 t. garlic powder

seasoned salt and pepper, to taste

Combine all ingredients, mix well and refrigerate until serving (mix a few hours prior for best taste)

When ready to serve, toss the lettuce mixture with the dressing mixture and garnish with the tomatoes, fried onions and bleu cheese.