Description
This Classic Cobb Salad is a fresh, protein-packed dish layered with crisp romaine, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, cheese, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect as a light lunch or hearty dinner, it’s a low-carb, flavor-rich favorite that’s quick to prep and totally customizable.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 avocado, sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Arrange chopped romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl.
- Layer sliced hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions in neat rows.
- Add sliced avocado if using.
- Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing, or serve it on the side.
- Toss before serving or enjoy as a composed salad.
Notes
- Swap cheddar for blue cheese for a more traditional Cobb twist.
- Use rotisserie chicken or grilled turkey for added protein.
- Perfect for meal prep—just add dressing when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Main Dish
- Method: Assembling, No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
