Description
Cobb Salad is a classic American dish that tantalizes with its colorful array of fresh ingredients and robust flavors. This vibrant salad features crisp romaine lettuce, succulent grilled chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and crumbly blue cheese, all harmoniously united with a zesty homemade dressing. Each bite offers a delightful crunch complemented by the rich creaminess of avocado and the tangy notes of blue cheese. Ideal for any occasion—whether as a light lunch or a festive gathering—Cobb Salad is not only satisfying but also highly customizable to suit your preferences. Enjoy this nutritious meal that’s both refreshing and filling, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash and chop vegetables. Slice cooked chicken and hard-boiled eggs.
- Layer the base: In a large bowl or platter, place chopped romaine as the foundation.
- Add proteins and vegetables: Neatly arrange chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, cucumber, and tomatoes over the lettuce.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle blue cheese on top of the arranged ingredients.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Serve: Drizzle dressing over the salad before serving or toss gently for an even coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook/Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 190mg