Classic Chef Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and satisfying Classic Chef Salad—a hearty medley of fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tender slices of roasted turkey and ham. Topped with Swiss and cheddar cheeses, perfectly boiled egg wedges, crunchy bacon bits, and a touch of red onion, this timeless recipe is bursting with flavor and texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a balanced, protein-packed meal perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Serve it with creamy ranch dressing on the side for a customizable finish. Whether for a light dinner or a nutritious lunch, this salad is a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 4 ounces Roasted turkey breast
• 4 ounces Ham
• 4 ounces Swiss cheese
• 4 ounces Cheddar cheese
• 2 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Bacon bits
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by hard-boiling the eggs. Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then remove from heat and cover. Let the eggs sit in the hot water for about 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the eggs are cooking, wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop or tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin disks, and add to the bowl.

Step 5

Slice the roasted turkey breast, ham, Swiss cheese, and cheddar cheese into thin strips or cubes. Arrange the meats and cheeses over the salad greens.

Step 6

Once the eggs are done boiling, remove them from the hot water and place them in a bowl of cold water to cool. Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs into wedges and place them on top of the salad.

Step 7

Thinly slice half of a medium red onion and scatter the slices over the salad.

Step 8

Sprinkle the bacon bits evenly across the salad.

Step 9

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve the salad with ranch dressing on the side, allowing guests to add their own dressing according to preference.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1357.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1801.0

Total Fat 112.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.1g
Cholesterol 612.8mg	0%
Sodium 5561.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 117.6g	0%

Vitamin D 109.1IU	0%
Calcium 1841.2mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 2781.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 18.5%