Classic Cobb Salad Recipe (With Homemade Dressing)
A classic cobb salad recipe is packed with flavor and comes together with little effort. This fresh salad is loaded with crispy chicken, crispy bacon, and crisp vegetables for the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Finished with a homemade ranch dressing, this salad is proof that homemade really is best.
Ingredients
- 1 recipe for buttermilk chicken tenders
- 1 head of romaine lettuce
- 8 oz bacon cooked and chopped
- 3 hard-boiled eggs sliced
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 small cucumbers sliced
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 3/4 cup croutons
- 1 portion of homemade ranch dressing
Instructions
- Prepare your homemade chicken tenders and set aside to cool. You don’t want your tenders piping hot, as that will make the salad soggy.
- To a large platter, add romaine lettuce and top with the remaining salad ingredients. (The presentation is up to you, but I think it looks best when the toppings are all arranged separately and tossed right before serving.)
- Drizzle the salad with homemade ranch dressing and serve.
Notes
- Presentation matters. A classic Cobb salad is known for its beautiful presentation, with all of the ingredients arranged separately to showcase every delicious topping.
- Don’t skip the homemade dressing. While store-bought ranch is convenient, homemade buttermilk ranch adds a lot of fresh flavor and really takes this salad to the next level. Plus, it’s easier to make than you might think!
- Storage. Store leftover dressed salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Make ahead. If preparing the salad for meal prep, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve. This helps the salad stay fresh for up to 2 days.