A vinaigrette is the classic dressing for Cobb Salad. We use a homemade balsamic vinaigrette here. If you wanted to substitute the dressing, our Avocado Ranch or Jalapeno Ranch would work well. If using a creamy ranch-based dressing, I would recommend using feta cheese instead of blue cheese.
Can I Make Cobb Salad Ahead?
You can make the salad and the dressing 2-3 hours ahead of your dinner. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Keep the salad and dressing separate until ready to serve. Here are some make-ahead tips:
Dressing – make this in a mason jar so you can shake it well just before serving in case it separates. Serve it right out of the mason jar.
Lettuce can be rinsed and dried ahead (a salad Spinner works best), then refrigerate until ready to use.
Avocado should be sliced shortly before serving since avocado tends to discolor when it comes in contact with air.
Chicken Breast can be pre-cooked and chilled (or use meat from a store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time).
Bacon can be browned ahead. Drain on paper towels and refrigerate until ready to use.
Eggs can be made several days in advance. Cook hard-boiled eggs and refrigerate until ready to use.
This Chicken Cobb Salad is easy to assemble but sure looks stunning when served. Everything about this salad is good! This homemade version blows the Chick Fil a Cobb Salad and Cheesecake Factory’s salad out of the water.
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