Low Carb Cobb Salad Recipe
Introduction
The Low Carb Cobb Salad is a refreshing and satisfying meal perfect for those watching their carb intake. Packed with protein and healthy fats, this salad combines crisp vegetables and hearty toppings for a flavorful bite every time.
Ingredients
- Romaine lettuce
- Chicken
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Avocado
- Blue cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl or on a serving platter.
- Step 2: Cook the chicken until fully done, then cut it into strips or cubes. Cook the bacon until crisp and chop it into small pieces.
- Step 3: Hard boil the eggs, peel them, and slice into quarters.
- Step 4: Peel and dice the avocado.
- Step 5: Arrange the chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, and blue cheese on top of the romaine lettuce evenly.
- Step 6: Serve immediately with your favorite low-carb dressing or vinaigrette.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, try adding cherry tomatoes or cucumbers without adding many carbs.
- Swap blue cheese for feta or goat cheese if preferred.
- Use grilled or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice over the avocado to prevent browning.
Storage
Store the salad components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble just before serving to keep ingredients fresh. Leftover salad can be refrigerated for up to one day but avoid mixing dressing until ready to eat to prevent sogginess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this salad vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the chicken and bacon and consider adding extra vegetables or nuts for protein and texture.
What dressing pairs well with Cobb salad?
Classic choices include ranch, blue cheese, or a simple red wine vinaigrette—choose one that matches your taste and dietary preferences.
PrintLow Carb Cobb Salad Recipe
A fresh, flavorful Low Carb Cobb Salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce, tender chicken, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese. This easy and satisfying salad is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner that is low in carbohydrates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for bacon and eggs if not pre-cooked)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Dice the cooked chicken breast, crumble the cooked bacon, chop the hard-boiled eggs, and dice the avocado.
- Assemble Salad: In a large salad bowl or on a serving plate, arrange the romaine lettuce as the base. Evenly distribute the chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, and blue cheese over the lettuce in sections or scattered evenly.
- Serve: Serve immediately as is or add your favorite low-carb dressing. Toss gently before eating if desired.
Notes
- For quick prep, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
- Make sure eggs are fully hard-boiled for best texture.
- Avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats, so choose ripe but firm ones.
- Customize your salad by adding cherry tomatoes or cucumbers if desired, but these add extra carbs.
- This salad is best served fresh to keep the avocado from browning.
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