Chef Salad
A quick, refreshing, and customizable dish that makes for a delicious meal, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 2 cups mixed lettuce Any variety of lettuce can be used.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced Peel if desired.
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped Any color bell pepper can be used.
Protein and Cheese
- 1 cup deli meats (ham, turkey, or chicken), chopped Feel free to substitute with grilled chicken, chickpeas, or tofu.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Swiss) Use your preferred cheese variety.
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs, sliced Optional.
- 1/4 cup red onion, sliced Adjust to taste.
Dressing and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Use extra virgin olive oil for better flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper Season to preference.
- as needed Your choice of salad dressing Add based on personal preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
- Add the chopped deli meats and shredded cheese.
- Gently toss the salad to mix the ingredients.
- Top with sliced hard-boiled eggs and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and your choice of dressing.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Chef Salad is versatile and can be served with garlic bread or soup. It can be prepared in advance; just keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.