Cobb Salad

This iconic Cobb salad is a hearty, protein-packed meal that balances crisp textures with rich, savory flavors. It features a bed of mixed greens topped with strips of tender grilled chicken, crisp bacon, creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and juicy tomatoes. The tangy bite of Roquefort cheese adds a sophisticated depth, while fresh chives provide a subtle oniony finish. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner, this salad comes together quickly using simple, high-quality ingredients. It&# 226;ÂÂs visually striking and endlessly customizable, making it a favorite for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 1132.0

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This iconic Cobb salad is a hearty, protein-packed meal that balances crisp textures with rich, savory flavors. It features a bed of mixed greens topped with strips of tender grilled chicken, crisp bacon, creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and juicy tomatoes. The tangy bite of Roquefort cheese adds a sophisticated depth, while fresh chives provide a subtle oniony finish. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner, this salad comes together quickly using simple, high-quality ingredients. It&# 226;ÂÂs visually striking and endlessly customizable, making it a favorite for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

1/2 Head Iceberg lettuce
1/2 Bunch Watercress
1 Small Bunch curly endive
1/2 Head Romaine
2 teaspoon Minced chives
2 Medium Tomatoes *
1 Whole Chicken breast **
6 Bacon Strips; cooked,diced
1 Avocado; peeled and diced
3 Hard-cooked eggs; diced
1/2 cup Crumbled Roquefort cheese

Directions

1
Wash and dry the Iceberg lettuce, watercress, curly endive, and Romaine thoroughly; tear or chop into bite-sized pieces.
2
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, then drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces.
3
Season and cook the chicken breast in the same skillet or on a grill until fully cooked through; let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
4
Peel and dice the hard-cooked eggs, and dice the avocado and tomatoes.
5
Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving platter or individual plates to form the base.
6
Artfully arrange the chicken strips, bacon, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, and Roquefort cheese in rows or sections over the greens.
7
Sprinkle the minced chives evenly over the top.
8
Serve immediately, allowing guests to toss the salad with their preferred dressing at the table.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1132.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 79.0g122%
Saturated Fat 27.6g138%
Cholesterol 396.6mg133%
Sodium 2717.5mg114%
Total Carbohydrate 9.2g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 79.4g159%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cobb salad, chicken salad, bacon, avocado, blue cheese, roquefort, hard boiled eggs, lettuce, tomatoes, chives, watercress, endive, romaine, iceberg, protein packed, lunch, dinner, classic salad

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