Classic Cobb Salad Essentials (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Produce
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2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 avocado, diced
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1/4 cup green onions, chopped
→ Proteins & Dairy
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1 cup grilled chicken breast, cubed
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4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 large eggs, hard-boiled and quartered
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1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
→ Dressing
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Balsamic vinaigrette or ranch dressing, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Rinse romaine lettuce and cherry tomatoes thoroughly under cool water, then dry using a salad spinner or towel. Chop lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice avocado. Finely chop green onions.
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Grill chicken breast for 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let rest, then cube. Bake bacon in a single layer at 400°F (204°C) for 15-20 minutes until crisp; cool and crumble. Hard-boil eggs for 10 minutes, cool, peel, and quarter.
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Arrange chopped romaine lettuce as the base on a large platter. Neatly group cherry tomatoes, avocado, cubed chicken, crumbled bacon, quartered eggs, and blue cheese across the lettuce. Sprinkle green onions on top.
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Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette or ranch dressing over the salad or serve on the side, allowing each person to add their preferred amount. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips:
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To prevent sogginess, ensure all vegetables are thoroughly dried before assembling. For the best flavor, let proteins rest before slicing and add avocado just before serving to preserve freshness.