Classic Cobb Salad
Quick answer
Cover a platter with chopped romaine. Arrange rows of diced cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, avocado, tomato and blue cheese on top, then drizzle with a red wine vinegar and Dijon dressing.
The Cobb salad was created in Hollywood and became an American classic: a full meal of chicken, bacon, eggs and avocado in tidy rows.
Why you’ll love it
- A filling salad that works as dinner.
- Easy to prep ahead for lunches.
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Classic Cobb Salad
Makes 4 main-course salads · 35 min total · Easy
Ingredients
Salad
Red wine vinaigrette
Equipment
Large platter · Small jar for the dressing
Instructions
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Make the dressing
Shake the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in a jar until creamy.
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Lay down the lettuce
Spread the chopped romaine over a large platter or in four wide bowls.
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Arrange the rows
Arrange the chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, tomatoes and blue cheese in neat rows across the lettuce.
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Dress and serve
Sprinkle with chives and serve with the dressing on the side, or drizzle it over just before eating.
Nutrition per serving
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Substitutions
- Blue cheese
- Use crumbled feta or shredded cheddar for a milder flavor.
Storage and make-ahead
Keep the components and the dressing in separate containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cut the avocado just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
What dressing goes on a Cobb salad?
Traditionally a red wine vinaigrette. Ranch and blue cheese dressing are popular too.