Chef Salad for Two
Savor the simplicity and balance of this vibrant Chef Salad for Two—a perfect blend of fresh ingredients and bold flavors, ideal for a quick, nutritious meal. Crisp romaine lettuce serves as the base, topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and a hearty duo of sliced cooked turkey and ham. Creamy hard-boiled eggs, shredded cheddar, and Swiss cheese add richness, while croutons bring the perfect touch of crunch. Finished with a drizzle of ranch dressing (or your favorite alternative) and a sprinkle of seasoning, this easy 15-minute salad is beautifully versatile, making it a satisfying lunch or light dinner option. Crafted to serve two, it’s a delightful way to elevate classic salad offerings with a restaurant-quality feel, right in your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 Cucumber
- 4 ounces Cooked turkey breast, sliced
- 4 ounces Cooked ham, sliced
- 2 Hard-boiled eggs
- 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 ounces Swiss cheese, sliced
- 0.5 cup Croutons
- 0.25 cup Ranch dressing (or dressing of choice)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and divide it evenly between two serving bowls or plates.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into half-moons, and evenly distribute them over the beds of lettuce.
Slice the cooked turkey and ham into thin strips or bite-sized pieces, and arrange them on top of the salad.
Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs into rounds. Place the slices evenly across the salads.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and lay the slices of Swiss cheese on top for added texture and flavor.
Top each salad with croutons for a bit of crunch.
Drizzle the ranch dressing (or your preferred salad dressing) evenly over the salads.
Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and well-balanced Chef Salad for Two.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.2 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 3456 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 109.0 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1103 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1667 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
