Jim's Northwest Chef Salad Recipe

Name: Jim's Northwest Chef Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 head iceberg lettuce; 12 head red leaf lettuce; 12 head green leaf lettuce; 12 bunch romaine lettuce hearts; 4 large radishes; 1 large carrot; 2 tomatoes; 14 lb ham steak (deli ham slices optional); 14 lb turkey breast (deli turkey slices optional); 14 lb swiss cheese; 14 lb colby cheese (cheddar opitional); 4 hard-boiled eggs

Servings: persons

12 head iceberg lettuce
12 head red leaf lettuce
12 head green leaf lettuce
12 bunch romaine lettuce hearts
4 large radishes
1 large carrot
2 tomatoes
14 lb ham steak (deli ham slices optional)
14 lb turkey breast (deli turkey slices optional)
14 lb swiss cheese
14 lb colby cheese (cheddar opitional)
4 hard-boiled eggs

1
Shred or chop the iceberg, red leaf, green leaf and romaine lettuce.
2
Slice the radishes into thin slices.
3
Grate the carrot (jullienne optional).
4
Dice the tomatos or cut into wedges.
5
Slice the hard boiled eggs crossways into rounds.
6
Slice the swiss and colby cheese into thin strips about 1/4 x 1/4 inch thick and 1-1/2 to 2 inches long.
7
Add the prepared lettuce, radishes and carrot to a large bowl and toss together.
8
Let induviduals fix their own salad by placing the lettuce, radishes and carrot mixture on their plate and adding the diced tomato, ham, turkey, egg, and cheese to their plate.
9
Optional:.
10
Add garbanzo and/or kidney beans, top with sunflower kernels.
11
Top with your favorite salad dressing.

21355

kcal

Calories

1455

Fat

262

Carbs

1756

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 head iceberg lettuce, 12 head red leaf lettuce, 12 head green leaf lettuce, 12 bunch romaine lettuce hearts, and more.

Yes, Jim's Northwest Chef Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jim's Northwest Chef Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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