Cobb Salad Fans, This One’s for You

What’s fresh, colorful, and never bores the fork? A Cobb Salad, of course!

The Cobb Salad hails from the stars, and no, that’s not just a salad pun. 🌟 Created in Hollywood’s Golden Age, it’s a timeless mix of crispy greens, savory bacon, grilled chicken, eggs, and more. Each bite is like a blockbuster in your mouth!

Tip: To make the perfect hard-boiled eggs, cook them for 9-10 minutes, then shock in cold water for easy peeling.

Let’s Get Dressing: Creating the Perfect Vinaigrette

You can’t have a Cobb Salad without a dazzling dressing, and our recipe calls for an easy red wine vinaigrette that’s as lively as a Hollywood musical. 💃🕺

Tip: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, and garlic first, then slowly add the oil for a dressing that’s emulsified, not scrambled!

All Together Now: Assembling the Star-Studded Salad

Layering a Cobb Salad is like casting a movie: every ingredient needs its moment to shine. 🎬 Organize the lettuce, chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocados, and cheese in neat rows, and you’ve got a culinary red carpet.

Tip: Chilling the salad plates beforehand keeps everything crisp and cool while you enjoy your meal.

Go Ahead, Make Your Plate!

Tip: Drizzle the dressing just before serving to keep everything crisp. And don’t forget the fresh chives – they’re the sprinkling of stardom your salad deserves.

A Cobb Salad Encore: Leftovers That Steal the Show

Leftovers? In a Cobb Salad, they’re never second best. They’re the encore everyone’s been waiting for! 🎭 Pack them up for a grab-and-go lunch that’s never a repeat performance.

Tip: Keep the dressing separate, and you’ll have a next-day salad that’s still singing and dancing.

Hollywood Cobb Salad

Course: LunchCuisine: American

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

70

minutes

A star-studded meal that’s both tasty and nutritious. A classic Cobb Salad recipe that’ll have you applauding for an encore!

Ingredients

• 6 cups chopped lettuce

• 2 cups grilled chicken breast

• 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 avocado, diced

• 6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 4 oz crumbled blue cheese

• Chopped chives for garnish

• Red wine vinaigrette

Directions

• Arrange the lettuce as the base layer on a platter.
• Add rows of chicken, eggs, tomatoes, avocados, bacon, and blue cheese on top.
• Garnish with chopped chives.
• Drizzle with red wine vinaigrette just before serving.

Notes

• Make sure to chill the salad plates for added crispiness.
• Keep the dressing separate if packing for a next-day lunch.
• You can substitute turkey bacon or omit bacon altogether for a vegetarian version.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I substitute the blue cheese with another cheese?
A: Absolutely! Feta or goat cheese can be a great alternative if blue cheese isn’t your favorite.

Q: How long does the Cobb Salad last in the refrigerator?
A: If properly stored and undressed, it can last up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

Q: Can I add or omit any ingredients from the Cobb Salad?
A: Of course! Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients or omit any that you don’t prefer.

Q: Is there a vegetarian option for this salad?
A: You can easily make this Cobb Salad vegetarian by omitting the bacon and chicken, or replacing them with vegetarian alternatives.