J L Hudson's Maurice Salad

Recreate a taste of timeless elegance with J.L. Hudson's Maurice Salad, a beloved classic inspired by the iconic Detroit department store. This hearty yet refined salad features crisp iceberg lettuce perfectly complemented by tender strips of cooked ham, turkey breast, and Swiss cheese, while sweet gherkin pickles add a tangy kick. The star of the dish, the homemade Maurice Dressing, is a velvety blend of white vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a touch of sugar, emulsified with egg yolk and vegetable oil for a creamy, tangy finish. Quick to assemble and perfect for lunch or a light dinner, this retro delight is a perfect fusion of flavor and nostalgia. Serve it chilled for the ultimate refreshment, and let the sophisticated medley of textures and tastes transport you back to a bygone era.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups Iceberg lettuce
• 4 ounces Cooked ham
• 4 ounces Cooked turkey breast
• 4 ounces Swiss cheese
• 2 tablespoons Sweet gherkin pickles
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
• 1 Egg yolk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon White onion (finely grated or minced)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the salad base. Wash and dry the iceberg lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Cut the cooked ham, cooked turkey breast, and Swiss cheese into thin strips or julienne cuts. Add these to the lettuce.

Step 3

Finely chop the sweet gherkin pickles and sprinkle them over the salad mixture.

Step 4

Make the Maurice Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, white pepper, and dry mustard powder until combined.

Step 5

Add the egg yolk to the dressing mixture and whisk again until smooth.

Step 6

While continuously whisking, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil to create a smooth, emulsified dressing. Stir in the grated or finely minced onion.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1035.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	745.3

Total Fat 23.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 371.6mg	0%
Sodium 3393.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 97.8g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 1250.6mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1763.9mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 52.0%

Carbs: 20.4%