Stetson Chopped Salad

Stetson Chopped Salad

Colorful, Cowboy Salad

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

376
calories
23g
fat
9g
protein
39g
carbohydrates
7mg
cholesterol
266mg
sodium
Stetson Chopped Salad

Recipe Description

This Stetson Chopped Salad is most popular in Arizona and the Wild West. Known as a cowboy’s salad, it begins with a base of couscous and arugula topped with corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, avocado, toasted pepitas and dried currants for color, texture and a variety of flavor. Prepare a creamy, lemon juice, garlic, salt and ground prepare dressing to serve over. 

To make Stetson Chopped Salad, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Stetson Chopped Salad

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook couscous

    10 min
    Step 1 - Stetson Chopped Salad

    In a small saucepan of boiling water, add couscous and stir. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, cover with lid and cook for about 8-10 minutes until the water is absorbed.

  2. 2

    Drain couscous

    1 min
    Step 2 - Stetson Chopped Salad

    Transfer cooked couscous to a fine-mesh sieve, rinse with cold water and drain.

  3. 3

    Prepare salad

    2 min
    Step 3 - Stetson Chopped SaladStep 3 - Stetson Chopped Salad

    Layer arugula on a salad platter and top with couscous, corn, tomatoes, avocado, pepitas and currants in decorative, colorful rows or columns along the arugula.

  4. 4

    Prepare dressing

    2 min
    Step 4 - Stetson Chopped Salad

    In a food processor, add basil, buttermilk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, salt and ground pepper and pulse until smooth.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Step 5 - Stetson Chopped Salad

    Dress salad with prepared dressing, before serving.

Something different and gorgeous to serve at a dinner party is this Stetson Chopped Salad with rows of color, textures and tastes across a platter of arugula. Try it and you won’t be disappointed. Tag #cookmerecipes in your own creations!

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Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Fiona
March 26, 2025
Verified

Absolutely loved this Stetson Salad! It reminded me of my road trip in Arizona, fresh and fun!

William Dupont
October 5, 2023
Verified

Superb. I made this Stetson Chopped Salad for a family picnic last weekend, and everyone loved it. The combination of flavors was exceptional, and it was so easy to prepare with the kids. Definitely a recipe I'll keep coming back to.

Willow
May 20, 2023
Verified

Superb. I made this salad for my mates during a picnic, and they loved it. It's super easy to whip up and has such vibrant flavours.

Edward Morrison
April 26, 2023
Verified

I tried the Stetson Chopped Salad for a dinner party, and I was so proud of the results. The combination of couscous and arugula was refreshing, and the creamy dressing added a lovely touch. Everyone loved it and couldn't get enough. This salad is exceptional and very easy to make, perfect for impressing friends.

Quinn
March 20, 2023
Verified

I made the Stetson Chopped Salad for my friends this weekend, and it was a hit. The mix of flavors is just superb, and the creamy dressing perfectly ties everything together. It reminded me of my last trip to Arizona, enjoying good food with great company. Just love it

Fiona Johnson
March 4, 2023
Verified

I made this for my family last night. Everyone loved it! It's simple and so bright. Can't wait to make it again.

Katie Williams
February 26, 2023
Verified

Awesome!

Clara
January 12, 2023
Verified

This salad’s so fresh and easy. Had it at my buddy's BBQ, loved it.

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