In the whirlwind of modern life, where time is a precious commodity, the need for quick and convenient meals has become paramount. Say goodbye to the days of spending hours in the kitchen, because we're bringing you the ultimate solution for a flavorful and satisfying meal on the go: the chef salad. This culinary delight offers a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, savory bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and a tantalizing dressing that ties it all together. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will revolutionize your lunch breaks, picnics, and busy weeknights.
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CHEF'S SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and put into a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss with 1/2 cup of the dressing. Divide the lettuce among 4 large individual serving bowls. Arrange the cheese, meats, eggs, and avocado, like the spokes of a wheel, on top of each salad. Scatter the tomatoes, cucumbers, and croutons on top. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and pass the remaining dressing at the table.
CHEF'S SALAD
At the restaurant, we always made three dressings to go with this chef salad...blue cheese, French and Thousand Island. At home, I had to serve all three dressings, too, because everyone had their favorite. Sometimes the kids would use a tablespoon of each. -Eleanore Hill, Fresno, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, beans if desired, onion, radishes, cucumber and tomato. Arrange ham and cheese on top. Cover and refrigerate until serving. In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; stir until well blended. Chill for 1 hour. Serve with the salad.
Nutrition Facts :
CHEF SALAD
Find this easy Chef Salad to prove that food that's fast can also be a good-for-you choice! This chef salad is big enough to serve four.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 15m
Yield Makes 4 servings, 2 cups each.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place greens on 4 serving plates.
- Top with meat, tomatoes, cheese and croutons.
- Drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 770 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g
CHEF SALAD-TO-GO
Make and share this Chef Salad-To-Go recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories Cheese
Time 5m
Yield 1 salad, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spoon dressing into bottom of resealable plastic container; top with remaining ingredients. Seal Container.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Shake container to evenly coat salad with dressing just before serving.
- KITCHEN TIPS:.
- Serving Suggestion:.
- Pack 6 Triscuit Crackers in small plastic bag. Enjoy with your salad.
- Variation: Substitute Zesty Italian Dressing for the ranch dressing, Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese for the Cheddar and Deli Fresh Shaved Oven Roasted Turkey Breast for the ham.
CHEF SALAD
This salad eats like a full meal and is similar to the one you'd get at a salad bar. Place your toppings in small containers and the leafy greens in a bowl to allow it to be modified to a person's preference.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Romaine Lettuce Salad
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine romaine and butter lettuce in a large bowl and tear into bite-sized pieces. Toss to mix.
- Add turkey, turkey ham, Swiss cheese, Cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, croutons, and eggs; mix to combine. Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss to combine. Another option is to place all the ingredients into individual dishes to allow guests to customize their chef salads to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1084.9 mg
CHEF SALAD FOR ONE
I love to have a big chef salad for dinner, sometimes, and there are enough ingredients to make a full plate! This recipe serves one, but you can easily multiply it for more servings. These ingredients and quantities are perfect for me, but if you don't like an ingredient, leave it out. If you love bacon, have more! Customize to your or your family's delight. I call this salad a "composed" salad, where the ingredients are placed around the plate, and all the colors are showcased. You can toss it, if you prefer. It's delicious with ranch dressing, but it would also be very tasty with blue cheese dressing.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Romaine Lettuce Salad
Time 15m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place torn lettuce leaves on a dinner plate.
- Evenly distribute sliced cucumber and bell pepper strips around the plate, and sprinkle carrots on top.
- Add cherry tomatoes, all around the plate, and sprinkle on sliced black olives.
- Place alternating pieces of turkey and ham around the plate, then likewise, with the cheeses.
- Arrange the hard-boiled egg slices on top, and sprinkle with bacon crumbles.
- Drizzle dressing of choice over all and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 864.2 mg
Tips:
- Meal Prep: For a quick and easy lunch, make the chef salad ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Fresh Ingredients: Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
- Variety of Greens: Use a mix of spring mix, baby kale, and romaine lettuce to add different textures and flavors to the salad.
- Protein Options: For a meat-based salad, use grilled chicken or turkey breast. For a vegetarian option, use tofu or tempeh.
- Veggies and Toppings: Choose a variety of colorful vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado, to add color, flavor, and nutrients to the salad. Feel free to also add hard-boiled eggs, croutons, and cheese.
- Homemade Dressing: Instead of using store-bought dressing, make your own with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a bit of honey.
Conclusion:
The chef salad is a versatile and delicious meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With its mix of fresh greens, protein, vegetables, and dressing, it's a great way to get a healthy and satisfying meal on the go. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a meal to enjoy at home, the chef salad is a great choice. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious meal, give the chef salad a try!
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