Spring-Inspired Cobb Salad
Celebrate the freshness of spring with this vibrant Spring-Inspired Cobb Salad. Each bite features crisp mixed greens, juicy grilled chicken, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy blue cheese, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This colorful dish is perfect for brunch or a light dinner, delivering restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1 lb grilled chicken breast
- 1 cup English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
- ½ cup bacon bits, cooked crispy
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and dry mixed greens thoroughly.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill on medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown. Allow to rest before slicing.
- Chop cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Boil eggs for 9–10 minutes; cool in cold water before peeling.
- Cook bacon until crispy in a skillet; drain excess grease.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, sliced chicken breast, bacon bits, and blue cheese. Top with egg quarters.
- Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; drizzle over salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap ingredients based on preferences—try adding roasted beets or crispy chickpeas for variation. Store salad components separately to maintain freshness if preparing in advance.