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Summer Cobb Salad with Double Dill Ranch

Summer Cobb Salad with Double Dill Ranch
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Summer Cobb Salad with Double Dill Ranch is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy hard-boiled eggs, smooth avocado, smoky crispy bacon, lean grilled chicken breast, shredded cheddar cheese, and thinly sliced red onion. Topped with a tangy, herb-rich Double Dill Ranch dressing, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for light lunches, picnics, or backyard gatherings during warm weather.

Ingredients

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Salad Base

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Proteins and Toppings

  • 6 slices crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, seasoned with salt and pepper, sliced

Dressing

  • Double Dill Ranch Dressing (approximately 1/2 cup), tangy and herb-packed with fresh dill

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens. Halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs, dice the avocado, and thinly slice the red onion. Cook the bacon until crispy and set aside. Grill the chicken breasts seasoned lightly with salt and pepper, then slice once cooled.
  2. Assemble the Salad Base: Evenly spread the mixed greens in a large, shallow bowl or platter, creating a crisp, colorful foundation for the salad.
  3. Add Your Toppings: Arrange the cherry tomatoes, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced avocado, crispy bacon, grilled chicken slices, shredded cheddar cheese, and thinly sliced red onion in neat, distinct rows or patterns over the greens for a classic Cobb presentation.
  4. Drizzle Double Dill Ranch: Generously spoon or drizzle the Double Dill Ranch dressing over the salad, or serve it on the side if a lighter dressing is preferred. The fresh dill flavor ties all ingredients together beautifully.
  5. Serve Immediately: Serve the salad right away for the best texture and flavor. If preparing ahead, keep the dressing separate and add just before serving to avoid sogginess.

Notes

  • Use fresh dill when making ranch dressing from scratch to maximize herbal flavor.
  • Dry greens thoroughly to prevent wilting and diluted dressing.
  • Serve grilled chicken slightly warm atop the chilled salad for a pleasant temperature contrast.
  • Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning and maintain color.
  • Cook bacon until crispy and crumble it just before assembling for maximum crunch.

Nutrition

Keywords: Summer salad, Cobb salad, Dill ranch dressing, Grilled chicken salad, Light lunch, Gluten free salad, Fresh herbs, Healthy summer recipe

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