Classic Turkey and Egg Chef Salad
A crisp and satisfying chef salad loaded with roasted turkey, sharp cheddar, and a perfectly hard-boiled egg. Finished with toasted almonds and a tangy apple cider vinaigrette for the ultimate midday crunch.
The perimenopause lens
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Before you start
Your 10-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Whisk
Time saver
Prep ahead: Boil a batch of eggs at the start of the week. Submerge them in an ice bath immediately after cooking so they peel effortlessly when you're rushing to make lunch.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep oz roasted turkey breast (chopped)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
Gather as you go
Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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In the bottom of your serving bowl
In the bottom of your serving bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
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Add the mixed greens and cherry tomatoes…
Add the mixed greens and cherry tomatoes to the bowl, tossing gently until they are lightly coated in the dressing.
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Arrange the roasted turkey breast
Arrange the roasted turkey breast, egg, and sharp cheddar cheese over the bed of greens.
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Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top…
Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top for crunch, and finish with an extra crack of black pepper if desired.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Deli alternative
Deli alternative: If using pre-packaged deli turkey, look for an "oven-roasted" variety with no added nitrates or hidden sugars to keep inflammation low.
Prep ahead
Prep ahead: Boil a batch of eggs at the start of the week. Submerge them in an ice bath immediately after cooking so they peel effortlessly when you're rushing to make lunch.
Texture boost
Texture boost: Toasting the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes dramatically enhances their flavor and crunch.
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