Description
Satisfy your craving for a fresh, vibrant meal with this classic Cobb Salad. Bursting with a delightful mix of textures and flavors, including savory bacon, tender grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, this salad is perfect for any occasion. Easy to customize based on your dietary preferences, it can be enjoyed as a casual lunch or an elegant dinner party dish. Discover how to create this culinary delight that will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Grilled Chicken Breast, sliced (about 1 medium breast)
- 4 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Blue Cheese, crumbled (or feta if preferred)
- 2 Hard-Boiled Eggs, wedged
- ¼ cup Dressing (red wine vinaigrette or creamy dressing)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash vegetables and chop lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado.
- Cook the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Crisp the bacon: Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
- Create the base: In a large serving bowl or platter, layer the romaine lettuce.
- Add toppings: Arrange sliced chicken, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, egg wedges, and blue cheese on top of the lettuce.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle with dressing just before serving; toss lightly if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 165mg