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The classic Cobb salad is colorful and packed with flavor. This salad uses fresh ingredients that create a tasty meal. You need some key ingredients to make this dish shine.

Classic Cobb Salad

Elevate your meal with a delicious Classic Cobb Salad using this simple recipe guide! Packed with fresh greens, savory proteins, and tasty toppings, this salad is perfect for any occasion. Discover key ingredients, preparation tips, and fun variations to customize your dish. Whether cooking for yourself or hosting, this guide makes it easy to create a stunning salad. Click through to explore the full recipe and impress your guests today!
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Ingredients
  

4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)

1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced

4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped

1 avocado, diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped

1/4 cup red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)

1/2 cup olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Start by cooking the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and let it drain on paper towels before crumbling into pieces.

    In the same skillet, use a bit of the leftover bacon fat to cook the diced chicken breast until golden brown and heated through (or simply use pre-cooked chicken if preferred). Season with salt and pepper to taste.

      Prepare the hard-boiled eggs by placing them in a pot and covering with water. Bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer for 10-12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath for 5 minutes, then peel and chop.

        In a large serving bowl, layer the mixed salad greens as the base.

          Evenly distribute the diced chicken, crumbled bacon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled blue cheese over the greens, creating distinct sections for each ingredient to showcase on top.

            For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), and season with salt and pepper.

              Drizzle the dressing over the top of the salad just before serving.

                Garnish with finely chopped chives for an extra burst of flavor and color.

                  Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve the salad on a large platter to highlight the colorful layers, or in individual bowls for a more personal touch. Add extra crumbled blue cheese and a sprinkle of chives on top for visual appeal.