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A classic American salad featuring rows of grilled chicken, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese on a bed of crisp lettuce. A satisfying and complete meal.
For 4 servings
Cook the Protein and Eggs (Approx. 20 minutes)
Prepare the Vinaigrette (Approx. 3 minutes)
Prepare Fresh Ingredients (Approx. 7 minutes)
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A classic American salad featuring rows of grilled chicken, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese on a bed of crisp lettuce. A satisfying and complete meal.
This california recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 866.01 calories per serving with 52.15g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Assemble the Salad (Approx. 5 minutes)
Serve Immediately
Replace grilled chicken with shredded rotisserie chicken, grilled shrimp, steak, or canned tuna.
If you're not a fan of blue cheese, try crumbled feta, goat cheese, or shredded sharp cheddar.
A creamy Ranch or Green Goddess dressing also pairs wonderfully with the flavors of a Cobb salad.
Omit the chicken and bacon. Add a can of rinsed chickpeas or baked tofu for protein and some roasted red peppers for extra flavor and color.
With chicken, bacon, and eggs, this salad provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Avocado and olive oil are packed with monounsaturated fats, which are known to support heart health by helping to reduce bad cholesterol levels.
The variety of ingredients like tomatoes, lettuce, and eggs contributes a wide range of essential nutrients, including Vitamin K, Vitamin A, folate, and potassium.
The combination of protein, healthy fats, and fiber from the vegetables helps you feel full and satisfied for longer, which can aid in weight management.
A typical serving of this Cobb Salad contains approximately 650-750 calories, making it a very filling and complete meal. The exact number can vary based on the amount of dressing used and the fat content of the bacon and cheese.
Cobb Salad can be a healthy choice as it's packed with protein, healthy fats from avocado and olive oil, and vitamins from the vegetables. However, it is also high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium. To make it healthier, you can use turkey bacon, reduce the amount of cheese, and use the dressing sparingly.
Yes, it's great for meal prep! Cook the chicken, bacon, and eggs ahead of time and store them in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Chop the vegetables (except the avocado) and store them as well. Assemble the salad and add the avocado and dressing just before serving to maintain freshness.
The Cobb Salad was famously invented in the 1930s at the Brown Derby restaurant in Hollywood, California. The story goes that owner Robert Cobb, looking for a late-night snack, threw together leftovers he found in the kitchen, and the iconic salad was born.
Romaine lettuce is the classic choice because its crisp texture holds up well under the heavy toppings and dressing. However, a mix of greens like iceberg, butter lettuce, and even some bitter greens like radicchio can also be delicious.