Mini Salad Bar for Picky in Laws

Transform entertaining into an effortless joy with this "Mini Salad Bar for Picky In-Laws," a customizable feast perfect for catering to a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. Featuring a vibrant spread of fresh greens, crisp vegetables, savory toppings like bacon bits and diced chicken, and a trio of dressings including Ranch, Italian, and Balsamic vinaigrette, this DIY salad bar empowers your guests to build their perfect plate. Ideal for family gatherings or casual dinners, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes with zero cooking involved. Serve it as a standalone meal or an elegant side dish, and watch as even the pickiest eater finds something to love. Whether you're hosting health-conscious eaters, protein lovers, or veggie fans, this easy-to-assemble salad bar delivers freshness, flavor, and fun to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed baby greens
• 2 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Cucumber (sliced)
• 1 cup Shredded carrots
• 1 cup Red bell peppers (diced)
• 0.5 cup Sliced black olives
• 1 cup Croutons
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Cooked and diced chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Bacon bits
• 2 whole Boiled eggs (sliced)
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
• 0.5 cup Italian dressing
• 0.5 cup Balsamic vinaigrette

Directions

Step 1

Wash all greens and vegetables thoroughly under cold water. Dry them using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Set out a large serving tray or individual bowls to create your mini salad bar.

Step 3

Place the mixed baby greens and chopped romaine lettuce in separate bowls or sections of the tray.

Step 4

Arrange the cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, shredded carrots, diced red bell peppers, and sliced black olives in individual bowls or sections next to the greens.

Step 5

In separate bowls, set out croutons, grated Parmesan cheese, cooked and diced chicken breast, bacon bits, and sliced boiled eggs.

Step 6

Pour the Ranch dressing, Italian dressing, and Balsamic vinaigrette into small serving bowls or jars with spoons for easy drizzling.

Step 7

Arrange all ingredients on the table with small tongs, salad servers, or spoons to allow guests to build their own salads.

Step 8

Optional: Add a label or small signs for each ingredient to make the salad bar extra inviting and organized.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1934.7 grams (1934.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2502

Total Fat 164.10g	210%
Saturated Fat 35.40g	177%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.10g
Cholesterol 673mg	224%
Sodium 6785mg	295%
Total Carbohydrate 134.50g	49%
Dietary Fiber 25.70g	92%
Total Sugars 57.80g
Protein 140.50g	281%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 984mg	76%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 3196mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 20.9%