Description
This classic chef salad is loaded with crisp lettuce, fresh vegetables, hearty meats, cheeses, and eggs, all served with a creamy dressing for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 head Boston bibb lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1/2 English cucumber, seeded and diced
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
- 8 ounces turkey meat, cubed
- 8 ounces ham, cubed
- 8 ounces roast beef, cubed
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
- 1 avocado, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1/2 portion thousand island dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the iceberg and Boston bibb lettuces to a large serving bowl.
- Layer the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, turkey, ham, roast beef, hard-boiled eggs, and avocado over the lettuce.
- Season with salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve with thousand island dressing on the side or toss the salad with the dressing before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute meats based on preference, such as chicken or bacon.
- For a lighter option, use a low-fat dressing.
- Assemble just before serving to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.
- Store leftovers without dressing to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
