Maurice Salad

A colorful bowl of Maurice Salad with greens, proteins, and dressing

Maurice Salad is a cool, creamy salad that mixes meat, cheese, and crunchy vegetables. It is quick to make and tastes fresh. If you enjoy deli-style salads, this dish goes well with a simple chicken salad sandwich for an easy lunch.

Maurice Salad

Why make this recipe

This Maurice Salad is easy, filling, and uses common ingredients you may already have. It is a great way to use leftover chicken and ham, and the Swiss cheese gives it a smooth flavor similar to some classic house salads like Becky’s famous salad.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 1/2 cup ham, diced
  • 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, diced
  • 1/2 cup green olives, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped iceberg lettuce, diced chicken, ham, Swiss cheese, green olives, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld.

Serving

Serve the Maurice Salad chilled. It is great on its own, on a bed of extra lettuce, or with bread on the side. You can also place it between slices of bread for a hearty sandwich.

Storage

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you plan to keep it longer, store the dressing separately and toss just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp.

Tips

  • Dice all ingredients to a similar size for a good bite in every forkful.
  • Taste the dressing before you add it and adjust lemon, salt, or pepper as needed.
  • Use chilled ingredients so the salad stays cool and fresh when served.

Variations

  • Add chopped hard-boiled egg for more protein.
  • Swap mayonnaise for a mix of half mayo and half Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing.
  • For a different wrap idea, try the flavor profile in chicken apple salad wraps and adapt ingredients as you like.

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FAQs

Q: Can I use another cheese instead of Swiss?
A: Yes. Cheddar or provolone also work well.

Q: Is this salad good for picnics?
A: Yes, but keep it chilled and serve within a few hours.

Q: Can I add nuts?
A: Yes. Chopped walnuts or almonds add a nice crunch.

Conclusion

For more background on the classic Maurice Salad, see J. L. Hudson’s Maurice Salad Recipe on Food.com.

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