Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsEmil's HideawayChef Salad Recipe

Chef Salad Recipe

Inspired by Emil's Hideaway
Time30m
Serves4

Choice of ham & turkey or grilled chicken, tomato, cucumber, egg, cheddar cheese, croutons, and your choice of dressing.

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Ingredients

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Proteins

Cheese & Toppings

Dressings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Proteins

    If using ham and turkey, dice them into small cubes. If using chicken, ensure it's grilled and sliced into strips.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the large tomato and slice the cucumber into rounds. Boil the eggs, cool them, peel, and quarter them.

  3. 3

    Shred the Cheese

    Grate the cheddar cheese or use pre-shredded cheese for convenience.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, combine the proteins (ham, turkey, or chicken), diced tomato, sliced cucumber, and quartered hard-boiled eggs.

  2. 5

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and croutons on top of the salad mixture.

  3. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle your choice of dressing over the salad. Start with a small amount and add to taste.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Salad

    Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients before serving. Divide into serving plates and enjoy!

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