Description
This Epic Cobb Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing is a hearty, colorful salad made with crisp romaine, tender chicken, creamy avocado, eggs, and juicy tomatoes, all finished with a bright and smooth lemon dressing. Fresh, filling, and perfect as a complete meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup olives
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the chopped romaine lettuce to a large salad bowl or serving platter.
- Arrange the diced chicken, sliced eggs, cherry tomatoes, avocado, olives, and fresh herbs in neat rows over the lettuce.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle the creamy lemon dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Serve as is for presentation or gently toss to combine, then enjoy.
Notes
- Add the dressing right before serving to keep the salad crisp.
- Use ripe but firm avocado so it holds its shape.
- The dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 165mg