Jen's Favorite Chef Salad

Dive into a bowl of vibrant, fresh flavors with "Jen's Favorite Chef Salad" – a hearty, protein-packed masterpiece that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce as the base, this salad is loaded with cherry tomatoes, creamy hard-boiled eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, and crunchy croutons for the ultimate textural balance. Sliced deli turkey and ham bring savory richness, while cucumber and red onion add a refreshing crunch and zesty bite. Finished with a drizzle of ranch dressing (or your favorite dressing), this easy-to-make chef salad is ready in just 20 minutes and serves as a satisfying meal or side dish. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a dinner party centerpiece, or a keto-friendly option, this layered medley of fresh and hearty ingredients will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 4 large hard-boiled eggs
• 6 ounces deli turkey
• 6 ounces deli ham
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 1 cup croutons
• 0.5 cup ranch dressing (or dressing of your choice)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them into quarters or thin round slices, depending on your preference. Add them to the salad.

Step 4

Roll the deli turkey and deli ham slices into logs, then slice them into thin strips. Distribute the sliced meats evenly over the salad.

Step 5

Spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the salad.

Step 6

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and scatter them on the salad. If desired, halve the cucumber slices for easier bites.

Step 7

Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then separate the slices into rings and add them to the salad.

Step 8

Sprinkle the croutons over the salad for a crunchy texture.

Step 9

Drizzle the ranch dressing (or your preferred dressing) evenly over the salad, or serve it on the side for individual guests to add as they prefer.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently if desired, or serve layered for a visually appealing presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1479.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1967.5

Total Fat 136.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 1137.3mg	0%
Sodium 5082.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 121.3g	0%

Vitamin D 278.4IU	0%
Calcium 1157.1mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 3104.4mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 14.6%