301 Permanent Cobb Salad
A classic Cobb salad with perfectly balanced layers of crisp greens, creamy avocado, smoky bacon, and tangy blue cheese, dressed in a simple vinaigrette. This american-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup, diced avocado
- 3 oz, cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup, grilled and diced chicken breast
- 1/4 cup, crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup diced avocado; toss gently to mix.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: Add 3 oz crumbled bacon, 1/2 cup diced grilled chicken, and 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese to the greens; drizzle with the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Step 4: Serve immediately for optimal freshness and crunch.
Frequently asked questions
How long does 301 Permanent Cobb Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover 301 Permanent Cobb Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in 301 Permanent Cobb Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale 301 Permanent Cobb Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with 301 Permanent Cobb Salad?
American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
