Description

The Cobb Salad is an all-time favorite for anyone looking for a balanced, satisfying meal. It’s packed with protein from chicken, eggs, and bacon, healthy fats from avocado, and a variety of colorful, nutrient-dense vegetables like romaine lettuce and cherry tomatoes. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize it to your taste preferences. Whether you enjoy it as a hearty lunch or a light dinner, this salad brings together a variety of textures and flavors in one bowl. Plus, the honey Dijon dressing adds a delicious sweet-tangy finish.

Ingredients

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1 romaine heart, chopped
1 cooked chicken breast, cubed
2 hard-boiled eggs (or soft-boiled for a runny yolk)
2 pieces cooked bacon (turkey bacon can also be used)
1/4 cup feta, crumbled or cubed
1/2 avocado, cubed
6 cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
Red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

For the Dressing:

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Boil the eggs: Start by boiling a few eggs. Once boiled, peel them and set them aside to cool. You can make the eggs hard-boiled or soft-boiled, depending on your preference.
Chop the greens: Chop up the romaine heart and place it in a large salad bowl. You can substitute romaine with baby spinach or other leafy greens if desired.
Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon using your preferred method. For a healthier option, use turkey bacon. I recommend cooking the bacon in the air-fryer on the bacon setting, but it can also be fried in a pan or baked in the oven until crispy. Once done, chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the chicken: Cook one small chicken breast with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. You can use an air fryer for convenience or cook it on the stove, in the oven, or grill it. Once cooked through, cube the chicken and place it in the center of the salad on top of the romaine.
Add the toppings: Arrange the rest of the toppings on top of the lettuce—sliced hard-boiled eggs, crumbled feta, cubed avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion (if using).
Make the dressing: In a small mason jar, combine the white wine vinegar, olive oil, honey Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake well until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Cobb Salad!

Prep Time: 20mins
Cook Time: 10mins