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Classic Cobb Salad with Homemade Dressing
Indulge in the flavors of this classic Cobb Salad, a refreshing combination of crisp romaine lettuce, succulent grilled chicken, smoky bacon, creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and tangy blue cheese. This salad is not only visually appealing with its vibrant colors, but it's a perfect balance of different textures and flavors. The homemade red wine vinaigrette adds a tangy twist, tying all the ingredients together in a delightful symphony. This dish was famously invented at the Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant in 1937 and has been a beloved classic ever since.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil
- 1/3 cup
- Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon
- Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons
- Blue cheese
- 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Hard-boiled eggs
- 2, peeled and sliced
- Tomatoes
- 2, medium-sized, diced
- Avocado
- 1, pitted and diced
- Bacon
- 6 slices, cooked and crumbled
- Grilled chicken breast
- 1, diced
- Romaine lettuce
- 6 cups, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your salad dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced grilled chicken, crumbled bacon, diced avocado, diced tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and crumbled blue cheese.
- Drizzle your homemade dressing over the salad. Toss the ingredients gently until they are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve the Cobb salad immediately. Enjoy this refreshing, hearty salad as a standalone meal or as a side with your favorite soup or sandwich.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 500 • Fat: 35g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 900mg • Sugar: 5g
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