Classic Chef Salad
Ingredients
- 3 headsromaine lettuce
chopped
- 2 cmixed salad greens
- 1 mediumenglish cucumber
diced
- 1 pintcherry or grape tomatoes
halved
- ½ smallred onion
thinly sliced
- 4hard-boiled eggs
peeled and sliced
- 4 ozham
cut into strips or cubes
- 4 ozturkey
cut into strips or cubes
- 4slices cooked and crumbled bacon
- 4 ozswiss cheese
sliced into strips
- ¼ ccrumbled feta cheese
optional
- ½ ccroutons
- 1 csalad dressing of choice
ranch, italian, or blue cheese
Directions
- 1
Wash and dry the 3 heads romaine lettuce and 2 cups mixed salad greens. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces. Place both in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Dice the 1 medium English cucumber, halve the 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, and thinly slice the 1/2 small red onion. Add them to the bowl.
- 3
Peel and slice the 4 hard-boiled eggs. Slice or cube the 4 ounces ham and 4 ounces turkey. Cook the 4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon until crispy, then crumble it. Slice the 4 ounces Swiss cheese into strips.
- 4
Top the salad with the 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (if using), sliced eggs, ham, turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, and 1/2 cup croutons.
- 5
Drizzle with 1 cup salad dressing of choice or serve on the side. Toss gently to coat if dressing is added before serving.
- 6
Serve immediately.
Classic Chef Salad
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About this Recipe
Looking for a satisfying, flavor-packed meal that comes together in minutes? This Classic Chef Salad is your answer, brimming with savory meats, your favorite cheeses, and vibrant, crisp vegetables.
What makes this Chef Salad truly shine is its thoughtful combination of ingredients, providing a perfect balance of textures and tastes. With tender ham, turkey, and crisp bacon alongside fresh romaine and mixed greens, hard-boiled eggs, and creamy Swiss cheese, every bite is a delightful experience that feels both indulgent and refreshingly light.
Prepare for a lunch experience that is both hearty and refreshing. You'll enjoy the crisp crunch of fresh romaine and mixed greens, the juicy burst of cherry tomatoes, and the creamy richness of hard-boiled eggs. Each generous serving, at 356 calories, offers a satisfying blend of savory, tangy, and fresh notes, making it an incredibly fulfilling meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes. This classic dish is a testament to how simple ingredients can create something truly special.
This versatile Classic Chef Salad welcomes your personal touch. Feel free to swap out the Swiss cheese for another favorite, or add a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese for an extra tangy kick if you like. You can also vary the type of salad dressing, choosing between classic ranch, zesty Italian, or robust blue cheese to match your mood.
Perfect for a quick weekday lunch, a light dinner, or an impressive contribution to a potluck, this salad is a complete meal on its own. Serve it alongside your preferred salad dressing for a truly customizable and delightful experience.