CHEF SALAD FOR TWO

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I have developed this from several recipes, according to our likes and dislikes. DW can't eat very much at a single sitting. I like a Chef salad, but not as an entree'.This is just right for her, and makes a good snack for me. Cooking time would be the chill time.

Provided by Jim in Washington

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head iceberg lettuce
1 small tomatoes, cubed
2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced,i cook earlier and let them cool
1 green bell pepper, diced to 1/2 inch squares
1 red bell pepper, diced to 1/2 inch squares
1 piece thinly sliced deli ham, cut crossways in 3/8 to 1/2 inch strips
2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
2 dashes paprika

Steps:

  • In medium sized bowl, tear lettuce into bite size pieces.
  • Add tomatoes and peppers and toss well to distribute evenly throughout the lettuce.
  • Place salad into small salad or cereal bowls, until as full as you want and mounded up a little in the center.
  • On to top of lettuce, in bowls, add the ham strips in a cross bowl design.
  • Place cheese strips between ham strips or in your design.
  • On to top, interspersed with ham and cheese strips, add egg slices, 3-4 per bowl, for color.
  • Sprinkle Paprika in center, for additional color.
  • Place finished bowls of salad in refrigerator to chill, and blend flavors, at least 30 minutes.
  • Place leftover salad, if any, in covered bowl and save for next time.
  • Gather up unused slices of ham, cheese and egg, and refrigerate for next time.
  • Serve salads plain, or with any dressing and/or seasonings you enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 241.4, Sodium 268.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 6, Sugar 10.6, Protein 17.2

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