Description
A classic Cobb Salad is loaded with crispy bacon, grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs, creamy avocado, tomatoes, and blue cheese over fresh greens. Drizzle with a tangy dressing for the perfect hearty salad!
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 large chicken breast, grilled and sliced
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (or feta)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced (optional)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad:
- On a large platter or individual bowls, arrange the romaine lettuce as the base.
- Neatly arrange grilled chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, cucumber, and red onion in rows or sections on top of the lettuce.
- Dress and Serve:
- Drizzle with the homemade dressing or serve it on the side.
- Toss if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- Protein Options: Swap chicken for turkey, shrimp, or tofu.
- Cheese Choices: Use cheddar, goat cheese, or feta instead of blue cheese.
- Dressing Alternative: Try ranch, balsamic vinaigrette, or blue cheese dressing.
- Meal Prep Tip: Store ingredients separately and assemble before serving for freshness.