California Chopped Salad

Description: Make and share this California Chopped Salad recipe from Food.com.

Ingredients:

• 8 cups romaine lettuce, torn
• 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
• 1 cup tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup cooked chicken (diced) or 1 cup turkey (diced)
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (1/2 C)
• 2 cups hard-cooked eggs, chopped
• 1/2 cup garlic-flavored croutons
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup caesar salad dressing

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, 1 C cheese, tomatoes, chicken, bacon and eggs (can be done up to 4 hours ahead).
2. Just before serving, add croutons and avocado.
3. Add dressing; toss lightly to coat.
4. Top with remaining cheese.