Description
Classic American Cobb Salad with Crispy Bacon is a vibrant and satisfying dish that marries fresh ingredients with rich flavors. This salad features crispy bacon, tender chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, all beautifully arranged over a bed of mixed greens. Perfect for any meal, whether as a hearty lunch or a refreshing side at dinner, this Cobb salad offers a delightful crunch from the bacon and a creamy texture from the avocado. With its quick preparation time and customizable options, it’s an ideal choice for busy days or gatherings. Elevate your dining experience with this classic recipe that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, watercress)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the salad greens; chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels and crumble.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic; season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the salad greens in the bowl; layer diced chicken, bacon crumbles, chopped eggs, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, and red onion on top.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad; toss gently or serve dressing on the side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 165mg