Are you in search of a delightfully refreshing and flavorful salad that boasts an array of textures and tastes? Look no further than the "Chefs Salad My Way" recipe, a culinary masterpiece that combines the finest ingredients into a vibrant and satisfying dish. Experience the perfect balance of crisp greens, succulent meats, savory cheeses, and a tangy dressing that brings all the elements together. With minimal preparation and cooking time, this salad promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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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
As a child growing up in England with an American mother, I had a surprise one day after school when I went home to my best friend's house for dinner. Her mother offered me a salad, which I expected to be like one of my mum's-lots of crunchy ingredients tossed together in a huge salad bowl and served with a delicious dressing. What I got was a single wedge of tomato, a lettuce leaf, a chunk of cucumber and some salad dressing poured over. It didn't quite have the wow factor of my mum's compositions. This salad, inspired by hers, is crisp, satisfying and the colors make it look as good as it tastes.
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Add the potatoes, plant-based chicken, watercress, peas, tomatoes, lettuce, olives, scallions and carrots to a large salad bowl.
- Add the oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard, and a small pinch of salt and pepper to a small jar with a tightly secured lid and shake well.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well until evenly coated.
BAKED POTATO SALAD ( DONE MY WAY )
I was looking for a way to use a couple of extra baked potatoes,and decided to make a potato salad. But searching through the ones here at " ZAAR " I didn't seem to have all the ingredients that some called for, so I came up with this one.The cook time includes frying the bacon and chilling. If you try it I hope you like it. Submitted to " ZAAR " on May 19th.,2010.
Provided by Chef shapeweaver
Categories Potato
Time 3h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium sized bowl mix together salad dressing ingredients and chill for about 10 minutes.
- After dressing has chilled, add everything else except the potatoes, stirring well.
- Now gently fold potatoes into mixture, making sure potatoes are evenly covered.
- Chill for at least 3 hours taste to see if seasonings need to be adjusted, at this point if you like you can add more sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.3, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 31.5, Sodium 1000.7, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 3.6, Protein 7.4
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
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'S SALAD
Mixed greens, turkey and shredded Cheddar cheese are tossed with Italian dressing and topped with vegetables and hard-cooked eggs for a satisfying salad.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss first 4 ingredients in large bowl.
- Arrange remaining ingredients on top of salad.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 1180 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 21 g
CLASSIC CHEF'S PASTA SALAD
Get ready for pasta salad with a twist-and made easy with Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad™ Classic Pasta Salad Mix. Inspired by the classic chef's salad, this Classic Chef's Pasta Salad recipe has something for everyone. Cooked chicken, ham, cheese, spinach and pasta are tossed in a creamy dressing for a satisfying pasta salad that's perfect for dinner or lunch.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour pasta (from box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
- In large bowl, stir together seasoning (from box), mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to make dressing.
- Add pasta, cheese, chicken, ham and spinach to dressing mixture in bowl; toss to gently coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize About 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 1430 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CHEF SALAD - MY WAY
There used to be a restaurant in Seattle called Horatio's that was on Lake Union. They have been out of business for many years now, but my co-workers and I would go there regularly for their Chef Salad. It was sooooo good. I've been craving a good chef salad lately and couldn't find one to fit my fancy. This really is just a basic throw-together salad but I've always enjoyed it. I like to throw in a variety of cheeses - cheddar, monterey jack, swiss - whatever I have on hand at the time. I've had it with Thousand Island, Roquefort, Blue Cheese, and Ranch dressings - they're all good to me! Feel free to add/subtract any ingredients that you wish.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Meat
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine all ingredients except dressing; mix well.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat or serve dressing on the side.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 274.8, Sodium 1726.2, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 6.2, Protein 33.9
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. If possible, try to buy organic and locally-sourced produce.
- Don't overdress your salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will weigh down your salad and make it soggy.
- Add some crunch: Crunchy vegetables like celery, carrots, and radishes add texture and flavor to your salad. You can also add nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
- Balance your flavors: A good chef's salad should have a balance of flavors. Sweet, sour, salty, and bitter flavors all work well together. Try to incorporate a variety of ingredients to achieve this balance.
- Serve your salad immediately: Salads are best when they're served fresh. Don't let your salad sit around for too long before eating it.
Conclusion:
The chef's salad is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of fruits, vegetables, and protein. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a chef's salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the chef's salad a try. You won't be disappointed.
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