Vegetarian Classic Chef Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner game with this vibrant Vegetarian Classic Chef Salad, a fresh and hearty twist on a timeless favorite. Packed with crisp Romaine lettuce and baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and protein-rich chickpeas, this salad delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Hard-boiled eggs and shredded cheddar cheese add indulgent richness, while a zesty homemade lemon-Dijon vinaigrette ties it all together with tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free dish is perfect for meal prep or a quick, satisfying meal that celebrates vibrant vegetables. Serve it as a standalone salad or alongside a warm crusty bread for a light, refreshing dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 3 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 1 medium Avocado
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Chickpeas
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the greens: wash and chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and combine with baby spinach in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs into quarters or slices, according to your preference, and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Dice the avocado and add it to the salad, following with shredded cheddar cheese for creamy texture.

Step 5

Drain and rinse the chickpeas before adding them to the salad bowl, providing a protein-rich element.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and well combined.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together, ensuring all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Serve the Vegetarian Classic Chef Salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1356.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1942.4

Total Fat 133.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.9g
Cholesterol 710.3mg	0%
Sodium 2558.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 150IU	0%
Calcium 842.8mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2932.9mg	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: 61.0%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 24.5%