1. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil and add the eggs. Boil for 7½ minutes, then transfer to iced water to cool completely. Peel and dice the eggs. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add the oil. Fry the bacon until crisp, then drain on a paper towel and dice. Shred the meat from the chicken and dice.

2. To make the dressing, combine the ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well. Transfer to a lidded container.

3. In a lidded portable container place the lettuce in the bottom and arrange the eggs, bacon, chicken, cheeses and tomato in rows on top of the lettuce.

4. To serve, bring the salad to your picnic, mix with the dressing and serve either on its own or stuffed into the bread rolls as a sandwich filling.

Adam's tip A few years ago, we bought a set of sturdy enamel plates and cups so that we wouldn't have to use disposables at barbecues or picnics. A large plastic container in the boot of the car is perfect for bringing the dirty dishes home to wash.

Find more of Adam Liaw's recipes in the Good Food Favourite Recipes cookbook.