Description
Cobb Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that beautifully balances fresh ingredients with savory flavors. This classic American salad features tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, all resting on a bed of crisp mixed greens. The combination of colors and textures creates an eye-catching presentation that makes it perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a light lunch, hearty dinner, or potluck dish. Drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing, each bite offers an explosion of flavor, making it not just a meal but an experience to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of crispy bacon
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach or romaine)
- Dressing: olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; roast for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- 2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels and chop into pieces.
- 3. Wash and chop all vegetables; halve cherry tomatoes and slice avocado.
- 4. In a large bowl or platter, layer mixed greens; top with sliced chicken, bacon pieces, tomatoes, avocado slices, and blue cheese crumbles.
- 5. Drizzle with dressing just before serving; enjoy immediately!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg