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This famous Jennifer Aniston salad recipe is a dish that’s not just a meal but an icon in its own right. The famous actress enjoyed this exact salad daily while she appeared on the beloved show Friends.
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Embodying simplicity, health, and a touch of star quality, this salad is perfect for anyone looking to add a bit of celebrity flair to their meal prep or seeking a nutritious yet delicious salad option.
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With its blend of fresh ingredients and a nod to the famous Jennifer Aniston, it’s no wonder this easy salad recipe has become a viral recipe sensation on social media and among fans of the beloved cast of Friends.
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It’s a really good salad with a nice crunch and yummy flavor combination. Plus it is very satisfying. And side note: if you are trying to increase your protein intake, my recipe nutrition software tells me this salad has a whopping 75 grams of protein! Plus a decent amount of fiber as well from the beans and veggies.
There are many versions of this salad floating around, so I decided to find the authentic one. This is the exact original recipe that was developed straight from the horse’s mouth in this video, where Jen herself describes her favorite salad.
How to Make Jennifer Aniston’s Salad
Here’s how to make your own Jennifer Aniston salad. First, gather your ingredients.
Ingredients
For best taste, always use the highest quality ingredients you have access to.
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To make this Jennifer Aniston’s salad recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- Iceberg or Romaine lettuce
- Tomato
- Chickpeas/ Garbanzo beans
- Salami
- Turkey bacon
- Cooked chicken – see suggestion list below.
- Pecorino cheese
- Italian dressing
Feel free to modify this as you see fit. Consider adding a sprinkle of red onion, subbing feta cheese, or fresh herbs to elevate the flavor. If you’re a fan of a good crunch, sunflower seeds or mini cucumbers can be great additions.
The following cooked chicken options work great in this recipe:
- Italian dressing chicken (pictured in this post!)
- Air fryer chicken breast
- Baked chicken breast
- Instant Pot chicken breast
- Grill pan chicken
- Store-bought rotisserie chicken
- Baked chicken tenderloin recipe
I will often make one of the above for dinner, make extra and use the leftovers to make this salad for lunches in the following days.
Making Jennifer Aniston’s Salad
Jennifer Aniston’s salad is a simple recipe that can be made in just a few easy steps.
Step 1: Create a base of the salad using diced thin romaine lettuce.
Step 2: Layer diced tomato, chickpeas, cubed salami, crumbled turkey bacon, and diced small chicken on top of the lettuce.
Step 3: Add pecorino cheese for a salty flavor and creamy texture.
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Step 4: Drizzle Italian dressing over the salad for a simple dressing that brings out the fresh flavors.
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Step 5: Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring each bite is as flavorful as the next.
Step 6: For a personal touch, add any optional ingredients like fresh mint, parsley, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Step 7: Serve your Jennifer Aniston salad immediately in a large bowl, perfect as a healthy side dish or a main course.
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Now if only this salad came with Courtney Cox and Lisa Kudrow as lunch buddies! I hope you enjoy this authentic Jennifer Aniston salad recipe. Let me know if you try it.
Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Always use common sense and good judgement when it comes to leftovers, though! If something looks or smells funky, don’t eat it.
Jennifer Aniston Salad Recipe
This Jennifer Aniston salad recipe a dish that's not just a meal but an icon in its own right. The famous actress enjoyed this salad daily while she appeared on the beloved show Friends.
CourseMain Course, Salad
CuisineAmerican
KeywordJennifer Aniston salad recipe
Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings 1 entree salad
Calories 640 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy
Ingredients
- 3cupIceberg or Romaine lettuce diced thin
- 1/2cupdiced tomato
- 1/3cupchickpeas
- 3/4ouncesalami 5 discs, cubed (about 3/4 ounce)
- 2slicescrunchy turkey bacon cubed/ crumbled (use AF turkey bacon below)
- 6ouncescooked chicken (rotisserie chicken, or suggested chicken recipe list in notes)
- 1Tablespoonspecorino cheese – 1 to 2 Tablespoons, to taste
- 2TablespoonsItalian dressing more to taste, if desired
Instructions
Make a bed of lettuce, and layer the other ingredients on top. Pour on dressing, and toss to combine.
Recipe Notes
Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.
The following cooked chicken options work great in this recipe:
- Italian dressing chicken (pictured in this post!)
- Air fryer chicken breast
- Baked chicken breast
- Instant Pot chicken breast
- Grill pan chicken
- Store-bought rotisserie chicken
I will often make one of the above for dinner, make extra and use the leftovers in the following days for lunches.
Nutrition Facts
Jennifer Aniston Salad Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 194mg65%
Sodium 2163mg94%
Potassium 1315mg38%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 75g150%
Vitamin A 12973IU259%
Vitamin C 17mg21%
Calcium 165mg17%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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