Ingredients:
Lettuce:
- 4-5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1-2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce (optional, for crunch)
Protein:
- 2 grilled or roasted chicken breasts, sliced or diced
- 4-6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Vegetables:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced avocado
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
Cheese:
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Eggs:
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
Dressing:
- Your favorite vinaigrette (balsamic or ranch work well), or try the recipe below
Homemade Vinaigrette Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup olive oil
Instructions:
Prep the Ingredients:
- Wash and chop the lettuce.
- Cook and dice the chicken.
- Cook the bacon until crispy and crumble.
- Hard-boil the eggs, allow to cool, peel and quarter.
- Prepare your vegetables.
Make the Dressing (Optional):
- Whisk vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking constantly to emulsify.
Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange lettuce on a large platter or in individual bowls.
- Layer the chicken, bacon, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cheeses, and eggs in rows or sections over the lettuce.
Dress and Serve:
- Drizzle vinaigrette just before serving. Alternatively, provide the dressing on the side for individual portions.
Tips:
- Presentation is Key: The visual appeal is part of the Cobb salad experience. Arrange the ingredients neatly.
- Flexibility: Adjust ingredients based on your preferences. Add garbanzo beans, substitute different cheeses, or try other proteins.
- Freshness: For the best flavor, use the freshest ingredients possible.
Enjoy your delicious and satisfying California Cobb Salad!
