The Cobb Salad is a timeless American classic, known for its hearty and satisfying mix of fresh ingredients. This vibrant salad combines crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, tender chicken, smoky bacon, tangy blue cheese, hard-boiled eggs, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all beautifully arranged on a platter. A drizzle of rich balsamic vinaigrette ties the flavors together, making it perfect for a light yet filling meal. Whether for a casual lunch or a special occasion, this salad is sure to impress.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- Salad:
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Dressing:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Cook the bacon until crisp, then drain on paper towels and crumble.
- Boil the eggs, peel them, and cut them into quarters.
- Cook the chicken breast, then slice it into thin strips.
- Slice the avocados and cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
- Assemble the Salad:
- On a large platter, spread the chopped romaine lettuce as the base.
- Arrange the sliced chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and red onion in neat rows over the lettuce.
- Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the top.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk until the dressing is emulsified.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Toss everything together or serve as is for guests to mix themselves.
Enjoy your delicious and colorful Cobb Salad!
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