Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe CaféSignature Salad Recipe

Signature Salad Recipe

Inspired by The Café
Time30m
Serves4

Huge salad that offers generous portions.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Vegetables

Fruits

Cheese

Dressing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, spinach, and arugula. Toss gently to mix evenly.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumber and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Grate or julienne the carrot.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Fruits

    Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh. Core and dice the apple.

  4. 4

    Cook the Chicken

    Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat until cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Let them rest before slicing.

  5. 5

    Rinse the Chickpeas

    Open the can of chickpeas, drain them, and rinse under cold water to remove excess sodium.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Cheese

    Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the chopped vegetables, fruits, chickpeas, and sliced grilled chicken to the salad base. Gently toss to combine.

  2. 8

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  3. 9

    Dress the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

  4. 10

    Top with Cheese

    Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad.

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