This Cobb salad is a hearty and flavorful combination of fresh greens, protein-rich ingredients, and a medley of toppings that create a satisfying meal in a bowl. Packed with classic ingredients like grilled chicken, crispy bacon, avocado, and blue cheese, this salad is not only visually appealing but also wonderfully nutritious. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences!
Ingredients:
• 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cooked and chopped chicken breast (grilled or rotisserie)
• 4 strips of crispy bacon, crumbled
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
For the Dressing:
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a large salad bowl or platter, arrange the chopped romaine lettuce as the base.
2. Top the lettuce with sections of the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, or serve it on the side for individual preferences.
5. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and enjoy this delicious and hearty Cobb salad as a satisfying meal that’s full of flavor and texture!
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