Jul 14 2026
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Chopped Chef's Salad Recipe

Inspired by Goobers Diner
Time20m
Serves4

Romaine, iceberg, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, turkey breast, barn, Swiss cheese, hardboiled egg, and choice of dressing

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Protein & Cheese

Dressing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash the romaine and iceberg lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Chop the Cucumber

    Peel the cucumber if desired. Cut it in half lengthwise, remove the seeds with a spoon, and chop it into small cubes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Cherry Tomatoes

    Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water. Halve them for added texture and flavor.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Combine the Salad Base

    Add the chopped cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl with the romaine and iceberg lettuce. Toss gently to combine.

  2. 5

    Add Proteins

    Chop the turkey breast and Swiss cheese into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the salad mixture along with the chopped hardboiled eggs.

  3. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle your choice of dressing over the salad. Start with 2 tablespoons and adjust to taste. Toss the salad gently until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Salad

    Divide the salad among individual serving bowls or plates. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.

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