Favorite Chef Salad from Salad Creations
Experience the perfect harmony of flavors and textures with our "Favorite Chef Salad from Salad Creations"—a classic yet customizable dish that's packed with fresh ingredients and protein-rich toppings. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the vibrant base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and hard-boiled eggs add layers of color and nutrition. Savory turkey breast, ham, shredded cheddar, and Swiss cheese strips bring a hearty, satisfying bite, further elevated by a delightful crunch from golden croutons. Finished with a creamy drizzle of ranch dressing and a touch of seasoning, this chef salad strikes the ideal balance between wholesome and indulgent. Perfect for a quick 15-minute lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 4 ounces Cooked turkey breast
- 4 ounces Cooked ham
- 2 large Hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (sliced into strips)
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, slice it thinly, and add to the salad.
Cut the cooked turkey breast and ham into thin strips or bite-sized cubes and add them to the bowl.
Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs. Arrange the slices evenly on top of the salad.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and arrange the Swiss cheese strips over the salad.
Add the croutons on top for extra crunch.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Drizzle the ranch dressing evenly over the salad just before serving. Alternatively, serve the dressing on the side for individual preference.
Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients or leave it layered for a more rustic presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.7 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.3 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 934 mg | 312% | |
| Sodium | 5047 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 180.0 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 3253 mg | 250% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2294 mg | 49% | |
*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.
