Description
Cobb Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together an array of fresh ingredients, delightful textures, and bold flavors. This classic salad features layers of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and rich blue cheese, all drizzled with a zesty red wine vinaigrette. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it perfect for any occasion—from casual picnics to elegant dinner parties. Not only is it visually appealing, but it is also highly customizable to suit various tastes and dietary preferences. Enjoy the perfect blend of nutrition and taste in this iconic salad that is sure to impress your guests or elevate your lunch at home.
Ingredients
- Romaine lettuce
- Cooked chicken breast
- Crispy bacon
- Ripe avocado
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Diced tomatoes
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Red wine vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces; place in a large bowl.
- Grill chicken breasts until cooked through; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook bacon until crispy; drain on paper towels and chop.
- Hard-boil eggs; cool, peel, and slice.
- Assemble the salad by layering lettuce, chicken, bacon, tomatoes, avocado slices, egg slices, and blue cheese in the bowl.
- Drizzle with red wine vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider including nuts or croutons. - Substitute grilled shrimp or turkey for chicken if desired. - Experiment with different dressings like ranch or balsamic vinaigrette.