Chef Salad
Ingredients
- • 450 g romaine lettuce, chopped
- • 225 g iceberg lettuce, chopped
- • 225 g cooked turkey breast, diced
- • 225 g cooked ham, diced
- • 4 item hard-boiled eggs, quartered
- • 115 g Swiss cheese, diced
- • 115 g cheddar cheese, diced
- • 300 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- • 200 g cucumber, sliced
- • 60 g red onion, thinly sliced
- • 100 g carrots, shredded
- • 80 g black olives, sliced
- • 60 g croutons
- • 180 ml ranch dressing
Instructions
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine and iceberg lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and divide evenly among 4 large serving bowls or plates.
- 2
Arrange the diced turkey and ham in neat rows or sections on top of the lettuce bed in each bowl.
- 3
Add the quartered hard-boiled eggs, placing them strategically around the salad for visual appeal.
- 4
Distribute the Swiss cheese and cheddar cheese cubes evenly across each salad.
- 5
Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion slices on top of the salad.
- 6
Sprinkle the shredded carrots and sliced black olives over each salad.
- 7
Top each salad with croutons just before serving to maintain crispness.
- 8
Serve immediately with ranch dressing on the side, or drizzle over the top if preferred. Alternatively, offer multiple dressing options for variety.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This hearty salad is perfect for meal prep—assemble all your proteins and veggies ahead, then toss together when ready to serve for a satisfying lunch that keeps everyone full and happy."
