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Vibrant quinoa salad with fresh vegetables, avocado, and pomegranate seeds, perfect for a healthy lunch.
Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Cobb Salad

This Cobb Salad delivers 11g protein and 242 calories per serving — a lighter side option for pairing with separate protein sources. Quick-preps 4 servings from stovetop components, doubling as a lunch base or dinner accompaniment. Use it to add volume and nutrients without derailing your calorie targets.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Chicken Breast, Grilled

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Bacon, Pork
  • Egg, Whole, Large
  • Lettuce, Romaine(960g)
  • Arugula(720g)
  • Tomato, Cherry(240g)
  • Avocado
  • Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(57g)
  • Chives, Fresh(30g)
  • Lemon Juice, Fresh(60g)
  • Olive oil(45g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Mustard, Dijon(15g)

    Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water and reduce to a low boil. Cook 8–9 minutes (8 minutes for slightly jammy yolks, 9 minutes for fully set yolks), then transfer immediately to an ice bath using a slotted spoon. Once cooled, gently crack and peel the eggs, then slice or dice them.
  2. 2While the eggs cook, prepare an ice bath and make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until combined. Set aside.
  3. 3If the chicken breast and pork bacon are not already cooked, cook them now: pan-sear the chicken breast over medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then slice. Cook the bacon over medium heat for 8–10 minutes until crispy and browned, then chop or crumble.
  4. 4Shortly before serving, halve the cherry tomatoes and cut the avocado into ¾-inch dice.
  5. 5On a large serving platter, layer the romaine and arugula lettuce. Lightly drizzle with dressing and toss to coat evenly; season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Arrange the sliced chicken breast down the center in a straight line. In rows on either side, line the egg slices on one side and the crumbled bacon on the other. Place the avocado pieces next to the bacon and the tomato halves next to the eggs.
  7. 7Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and fresh chives over the top. Drizzle with additional dressing and serve immediately with extra dressing on the side.

Nutrition — Per Serving

242

calories

11g

protein

17g

fat

Carbohydrates
19g
Saturated fat
3.7g
Sodium
279 mg
Dietary fiber
8.9g

4 servings per batch · ~532g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does this Cobb Salad have per serving?

Each serving provides 11g of protein and 242 calories with 17g fat and 19g carbs, offering a more balanced macro profile than vegetable-only versions.

How long does this Cobb Salad take to prepare?

This recipe has quick prep time and makes 4 servings, allowing you to assemble multiple salad portions in one session for meal prep efficiency.

Is this Cobb Salad good for fat loss?

At 242 calories and 11g protein per serving, this salad works as a lightweight lunch option during fat loss phases when paired with a separate protein source to reach your daily targets.

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