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Cobb Salad

Composed salad with chicken, bacon, blue cheese and egg.

25 min2 serveseasy

Cobb Salad is a classic protein-forward American recipe built around a handful of pantry staples. It serves 2 and comes together in roughly 25 minutes from prep to plate. It is an approachable, beginner-friendly dish — the kind of recipe you can put on the table in about 25 minutes without much fuss. The method leans on rolling-water boiling, which is what gives the finished dish its signature texture and depth.

The headline ingredients here are lettuce, cooked chicken and bacon. Spend a little time choosing well: fresher, more carefully-sourced versions of these will lift the whole plate, while every other element is mostly there to support them. A few sensible swaps: chicken thighs are more forgiving than breasts if you tend to overcook protein.

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Nutrition · per servingestimated

640

kcal

55g

Protein

16g

Carbs

41g

Fat

saladhigh-proteinlunch

Ingredients

  • lettuce4 cups
  • cooked chicken200 g
  • bacon4 slices
  • egg2
  • avocado1
  • tomato2
  • blue cheese80 g
  • red wine vinegar2 tbsp

Method

  1. 1
    Step 1 ~6 min

    Hard-boil eggs 9 min; crisp bacon; chop everything bite-size.

  2. 2
    Step 2 ~6 min

    Bed of chopped lettuce in a wide bowl.

  3. 3
    Step 3 ~6 min

    Arrange ingredients in stripes for the look.

  4. 4
    Step 4 ~6 min

    Whisk vinegar, oil, dijon, salt; drizzle when serving.

Per-step times are approximate and based on the total cook time of 25 minutes.

Pro tips & common mistakes

  • Taste a small spoonful just before serving and adjust salt, acid (lemon or vinegar) and heat — that final balance check is what separates a good home cook from a great one.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Cobb Salad take to cook?
From prep to plate, Cobb Salad takes about 25 minutes and yields 2 servings. About a third of that is hands-on; the rest is the cooking itself.
Is Cobb Salad vegetarian?
No — this version contains non-vegetarian ingredients (lettuce, cooked chicken, bacon). For a vegetarian take, replace the main protein with paneer, halloumi, mushrooms or extra-firm tofu and keep the same spices.
What are the key ingredients in Cobb Salad?
The headline ingredients are lettuce, cooked chicken, bacon. The rest of the list is supporting cast — spices, aromatics and pantry staples — that round out the flavour rather than carry it.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes. The ingredient quantities scale linearly: halve for 1 serving or double for 4. Cooking times stay roughly the same, except for anything that depends on pan surface area — if you double a stir-fry, cook it in two batches rather than crowding the pan.
How should I store the leftovers?
Let leftovers cool to room temperature, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently — low heat on the stove with a splash of water, or short bursts in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel so it does not dry out.
Can I freeze Cobb Salad?
This dish is best eaten fresh — freezing tends to soften the texture and dull the flavours. Make only as much as you will eat in 1–2 days.
What should I serve with Cobb Salad?
Cobb Salad pairs naturally with classic american sides — a simple grain, a fresh salad, or a light pickle to cut through richness. Aim for something that contrasts the main dish in texture or temperature rather than echoing it.
What if I do not have one of the main ingredients?
Most ingredients in this recipe have sensible swaps. Match like-for-like by texture and cooking time and you will land somewhere close to the original.