Catering Lunch Salads recipe served on a plate, by The Works Café
Jul 09 2026
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Catering Lunch Salads Recipe

Inspired by The Works Café
Time30m
Serves6

Make Catering Lunch Salads Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Base Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Greens

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine). Rinse thoroughly and spin dry in a salad spinner.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Thinly slice the red onion.

Cooking Proteins

  1. 3

    Cook Chicken (if not pre-cooked)

    Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Allow to cool slightly and then slice into strips.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In the same large mixing bowl with the mixed greens, add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.

  2. 5

    Add Protein

    Add the grilled chicken (or chickpeas for a vegetarian option) and sprinkle with feta cheese.

  3. 6

    Top with Extras

    Add sliced avocado, olives, and chopped walnuts on top of the salad.

Preparing the Dressing

  1. 7

    Mix the Dressing

    In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Serving the Salad

  1. 8

    Serve

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

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