Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this classic Cobb salad, bursting with fresh romaine lettuce, savory grilled chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a tangy cilantro lime dressing. This colorful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious powerhouse. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a satisfying meal at home, it can easily be customized with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced (grilled or rotisserie)
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 1/4 cup cilantro lime dressing
Instructions
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces; place in a large mixing bowl.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- Hard-boil eggs by placing them in boiling water for 10-12 minutes; transfer to cold water before peeling.
- Dice the cooked chicken breast and slice cherry tomatoes in half; carefully dice the avocado.
- Layer chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, and blue cheese (if using) over the lettuce.
- Drizzle with cilantro lime dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg