Classic Cobb Salad

Create a fresh and flavorful meal with a classic Cobb salad! This delicious recipe combines vibrant greens, tender chicken, creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and tangy blue cheese for a satisfying dish that's perfect for any occasion. Discover step-by-step instructions, ingredient tips, and fun variations to make it your own. Click through for the full recipe and impress your family and friends with this delightful salad!

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Ingredients

4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, arugula, and spinach)

2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced

1 avocado, diced

6 strips of crispy bacon, crumbled

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.

Assemble the Greens: In a large serving bowl or platter, lay down the mixed salad greens as the base.

Layer the Ingredients: Neatly arrange the diced chicken, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced avocado, crumbled bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, and sliced red onion in distinct sections over the salad greens.

Drizzle the Dressing: Just before serving, drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad.

Toss or Leave Layered: You can either gently toss the salad to mix all the ingredients together or leave it layered for a beautiful presentation.

Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately for the freshest flavors or chill in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 mins | 15 mins | Serves 4-6

- Presentation Tips: Serve the Cobb Salad in individual bowls or on a large platter. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, for an extra pop of color.