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Country Club Salad Recipe

Country Club Salad is a classic American composed salad featuring mixed greens, fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and premium proteins, all dressed with a creamy vinaigrette. This elegant dish serves 4-6 people and takes approximately 20 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for lunch or light dinner.
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small whisk or fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Salad servers
  • Individual serving plates or large serving platter

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad:
  • 8 cups mixed salad greens romaine, butter lettuce, arugula
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs quartered
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber sliced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup bacon bits or crumbled bacon
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives chopped
  • For the Dressing:
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic powder until smooth. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • Prepare the vegetables: Wash and thoroughly dry all salad greens. Tear larger leaves into bite-sized pieces. Slice cucumber into rounds, halve cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice red onion.
  • Arrange the base: In a large serving bowl or individual plates, create a bed of mixed greens.
  • Add proteins: Distribute diced chicken evenly over the greens. Arrange hard-boiled egg quarters around the salad.
  • Layer vegetables: Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion in an attractive pattern over the salad.
  • Final touches: Sprinkle bacon bits and shredded cheese over the entire salad. Garnish with fresh chives.
  • Serve: Drizzle with prepared dressing just before serving, or serve dressing on the side for individual preference.

Notes

For best results, chill all ingredients before assembling
Hard-boiled eggs can be prepared up to 3 days in advance
Substitute proteins based on preference: turkey, ham, or shrimp work excellently
Use a variety of greens for the best flavor and texture contrast