The Cobb Salad is the epitome of a satisfying, well-rounded salad that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner. With its combination of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, the Cobb Salad offers a little bit of everything – texture, flavor, and nutrition, making it a true American classic.
The beauty of a Cobb Salad lies in its versatility. The base is a mix of crisp greens like Romaine lettuce and watercress, which provide a refreshing crunch. Then, each ingredient is arranged in colorful rows on the plate, creating a visually stunning presentation. The salad features cooked chicken breast, which is typically grilled or roasted and sliced thinly. For an extra savory touch, crispy bacon crumbles add a smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the richness of the avocado and blue cheese.
Hard-boiled eggs are another signature ingredient in the Cobb Salad, providing a creamy texture that complements the crunch of the vegetables and the protein from the chicken and bacon. The addition of ripe avocado gives the salad a buttery richness that balances the sharper flavors of the blue cheese and tangy dressing.
The dressing is usually a simple vinaigrette, often made with red wine vinegar, olive oil, mustard, and a touch of garlic, which ties all the ingredients together. The combination of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors makes every bite of the Cobb Salad a delightful experience.
What makes the this salad especially great is how customizable it is. If you’re not a fan of blue cheese, you can easily swap it for a milder cheese like feta or goat cheese. You can also adjust the protein by adding grilled shrimp or turkey if you prefer. Whether you’re preparing it for a special occasion or making a quick and healthy weeknight meal, the Cobb Salad is a reliable favorite that never disappoints.
Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 2 tbsp cilantro chopped, fresh
- 1 cup chicken breast cooked, diced
- 1/2 cup tomato diced
- 1/2 cup avocado diced
- 1/4 cup bacon crumbled, cooked
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbled
- 2 eggs hard-boiled, chopped
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce and cilantro.
- Add the diced chicken breast, tomato, avocado, bacon, blue cheese, and chopped eggs to the salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
This Cobb salad is legit! Just what I needed for lunch. Can I use feta cheese instead? Asking for a friend.
Feta? I dunno, isn’t that too salty for a Cobb salad? Blue cheese is kinda the thing here. Just saying.
Absolutely! Feta cheese would work great. Just make sure it’s crumbled nicely. Enjoy your salad!
This salad is a game changer! I added some grilled shrimp and it was delish! 😍
I dunno, I feel like it needs more flavor. Maybe add some spices or something? It’s kinda bland.
I didn’t have blue cheese, so I used cheddar. Still came out great!
Cilantro tastes like soap to me. Anyone else feel like that?
Wow, this Cobb salad was amazing! So fresh and filling. I’ll definitely make this again.
Just ok. I’ve had better salads at restaurants… never mind the time I made it!
Salad? More like a… um I dunno what this is. Didn’t turn out like the pic. 🤷♂️
This salad is simple! What went wrong? 🤷 Just toss the stuff together and it should be good.
Don’t worry! Sometimes things just look better in photos. Maybe it tastes better than it looks? 🤔
SO GOOD!!!! I left the bacon out to keep it healthy. Still yum!
Glad you enjoyed it! The bacon does add a nice flavor, but I get wanting to keep it healthy. Sweet salad vibes! 🥗
No bacon? That ain’t a Cobb Salad! Just a veggie bowl now lol. But if you liked it, that’s what matters, I guess.
Too much stuff! I like my salads simple. I just used lettuce and ranch dressing.
I get where you’re coming from! Sometimes less is more. But this salad is really tasty with all those flavors. Maybe give it a try next time?
All that chicken? More like a chicken salad with side vegies. Too much meat!
gud salad but too many ingredients for me lol
Yum! I love everything in this salad, but my kids wouldn’t touch it. 😒
I think Cobb salad is overrated. What’s the deal with blue cheese? Just tastes like feet.
I messed up the dressing, but it still looked pretty. 🤷♀️
This is a real American classic. Cobb salad all the way! 🇺🇸
This recipe is so easy! Made it for my family and they loved it. 👏👏
I’m glad your family enjoyed it! I tried it too, and it was delicious.
Looks good, but why blue cheese? That’s too strong! 😩
Not enough flavor in the dressing. Could use something like honey or garlic!
Really good! My husband loved it too. Great healthy option.
Yum! Made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! 🥗👍
I’m glad to hear that! This salad is always a hit in my house too! 👏🥗
It’s a salad, it was okay I guess… Not my fav dish, but my wife liked it. 🤷♂️
It’s a classic! Love a good Cobb Salad. Maybe you just need to try different dressings next time? 😄
I tried it but my avocado was bad. Sad day. 😢
Oh no! That is the worst when the avocado is bad. Maybe try again with a fresher one?
This salad is fantastic! Super fresh and filling. Will definitely make again!
I tried this salad and my family loved it too! It’s a keeper for sure!
How can you fit all that in one bowl? 🤔 Sounds messy. But yeah, looks good.
It actually fits! Just mix it well, and it’s super delicious! 😋
Honestly, it was a bit bland for me. Needs more seasoning or something.
I wonder if you could substitute ranch dressing? This blue cheese thing is weird.
Too much blue cheese for my taste. I think it overpowers the other flavors.