Chef Salad
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5
Chef Salad
Description
The Chef Salad is built on a base of coarsely chopped romaine lettuce topped with diced deli meats (ham and turkey), cubed cheddar and Swiss cheeses, and fresh vegetables including cucumber and cherry tomatoes. Cooked and sliced bacon adds smoky richness, complemented by the protein and texture of a hard-boiled sliced egg.
This salad is tossed or arranged in a bowl, making it a substantial choice for a light lunch or dinner. The ranch dressing or another dressing adds moisture and flavor, balancing the mix of salty, fresh, and creamy ingredients. The combination creates varied textures from crisp lettuce and cucumber to tender meats and creamy cheese.
Preparing the ingredients fresh on the serving day helps retain crispness and flavor. Components can be prepped ahead in separate containers to streamline assembly and presentation at mealtime.
Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce coarsely cut or chopped, leafy
- 1/3 cup deli ham chopped
- 1/3 cup deli turkey chopped
- 2 lices Bacon cooked
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 1/4 cup swiss cheese (cubed)
- 1/3 cup cucumber (chopped or sliced)
- 6-7 cherry tomato
- 1 egg prepared and sliced, hard boiled
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (optional)
- 4 tablespoons ranch dressing (or your favorite dressing)
Instructions
- Prepare ham, cheese, and vegetables by chopping into cubes or bite-sized slices.
- Place lettuce in a bowl and top with your favorite toppings.
- Serve with ranch dressing or your favorite salad dressing.
Notes
- Best served fresh; chop and prepare ingredients the same day for optimal texture.
- Store sliced and chopped toppings separately to keep ingredients fresh until serving.
- Mix ingredients just before serving to maintain crispness and visual appeal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 397 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 397kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 162mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 1250mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 502mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 4757IU | 95% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 271mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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