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A classic American diner favorite, this salad is loaded with crisp lettuce, savory deli meats, cheeses, and fresh vegetables. Topped with a creamy homemade buttermilk ranch dressing, it's a satisfying and complete meal in a bowl.
For 4 servings
Hard-Boil the Eggs
Prepare the Ranch Dressing
Prepare Salad Components
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A classic American diner favorite, this salad is loaded with crisp lettuce, savory deli meats, cheeses, and fresh vegetables. Topped with a creamy homemade buttermilk ranch dressing, it's a satisfying and complete meal in a bowl.
This american recipe takes 32 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 635.89 calories per serving with 39.86g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Assemble the Salad
Serve
Replace the ham and turkey with other proteins like sliced roast beef, grilled chicken breast, or canned tuna. For a vegetarian option, use chickpeas and baked tofu.
Experiment with different cheeses such as provolone, Monterey Jack, Colby, or crumbled blue cheese for a sharper flavor.
While ranch is classic, this salad is also delicious with Thousand Island, Blue Cheese dressing, or a simple red wine vinaigrette.
Boost the vegetable content by adding sliced bell peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, or creamy avocado slices.
With turkey, ham, eggs, and cheese, this salad provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle building, repair, and feeling full and satisfied.
The diverse array of vegetables like romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and onions supplies essential vitamins such as Vitamin A, C, and K, as well as minerals like potassium and folate.
The combination of protein, healthy fats from the eggs and dressing, and fiber from the vegetables helps to promote a feeling of fullness, which can aid in weight management.
A single serving of this Chef's Salad, including the dressing, contains approximately 650-750 calories. The exact number can vary based on the specific brands of deli meats, cheeses, and mayonnaise used.
Chef's Salad can be a healthy, balanced meal as it's rich in protein, vitamins, and fiber. However, it can also be high in sodium, saturated fat, and calories due to the processed meats, full-fat cheese, and creamy dressing. To make it healthier, choose low-sodium deli meats, use reduced-fat cheese, and opt for a lighter dressing or use the ranch dressing sparingly.
Yes, you can prepare all the components ahead of time. Store the chopped lettuce, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and dressing in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before serving to maintain its freshness and crispness.
The main difference lies in the ingredients and presentation. A Chef's Salad typically features strips of deli meats (like turkey and ham) and cheeses (like Swiss and cheddar). A Cobb Salad features chopped ingredients like grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, and blue cheese, which are traditionally arranged in neat rows.
Absolutely. While homemade dressing offers superior flavor, using a good-quality bottled ranch dressing is a great time-saving alternative.