Chef Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
4 mins
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Total Time
4 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
427 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chef Salad
Description
The Chef Salad assembles torn romaine lettuce with sliced or wedged tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion. Topping the greens are cubed or sliced ham and turkey, crumbled cooked bacon, cubes of Swiss and Cheddar cheese, and hard-boiled eggs cut into halves or quarters. Optional additions include croutons, black olives, hot peppers, and green peppers, which contribute extra texture and flavor.
This salad offers a substantial mix of protein, vegetables, and cheese, making it suitable as a complete meal or a filling side. The accompaniments of Thousand Island or ranch dressing complement the savory and fresh components. Each ingredient is prepared simply and arranged over the lettuce for easy serving.
While it can be assembled a few hours ahead, it is best to keep dressing separate and add just before eating to maintain crispness. Leftovers can be refrigerated for a few days if stored without dressing, preserving freshness.
Ingredients
- 1 lettuce your favorite, we used romaine hearts, head
- 2-4 medium tomatoes sliced or wedged, or grape tomatoes
- ½ English cucumber sliced thinly or 2 small cucumbers
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ pound ham cubed or sliced
- ¼ pound turkey cubed or sliced
- 4 Bacon cooked and crumbed, strips
- ¼ pound cheese your favorite, we used Swiss and Cheddar, cubed
- 4 egg peeled and cut in half or quarters, hard boiled
- croutons optional
- black olives optional
- hot peppers optional
- green pepper optional
- Thousand Island dressing or Ranch dressing
Instructions
- Clean and prep all ingredients.
- Wash and dry the lettuce. Tear into bite size pieces. Begin by adding the lettuce to a large platter or bowl.
- Top with remaining ingredients.
- Serve immediately with your favorite salad dressing and additional toppings if you like.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator.
Notes
- Chef Salad often contains deli meats, cheese, eggs, and fresh veggies with a choice of dressings, similar yet distinct from Cobb salad.
- If assembling ahead, keep dressing separate and add just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for a few days when dressing is kept apart.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 427 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 427kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 263mg | 88% |
| Sodium | 761mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 692mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1792IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 277mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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