Storing Dressing
Like I mentioned above, this dressing is best when made the day before so it has time to rest and the flavors to meld. It can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container (a mason jar works great) separate from the salad for up to two weeks. Give it a good shake or stir before adding it to your salad. This homemade Cobb salad is no different. Made with easy-to-find ingredients, the prep does require a little thinking ahead, but all of it is quite simple. The end result is a beautiful giant salad that can feed a crowd! The hearty salad is packed with flavor and protein! As far as Cobb salad ingredients go, here is a bit about what tops the salad. For the full measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Chicken: I love to make chicken breasts in my air fryer. The flavor is amazing and it only takes 10 minutes. Otherwise, there are instructions in the recipe card for simple baked chicken. You can also use leftover chicken or even shredded rotisserie chicken. Bacon: Diced bacon adds a nice crunch. This can also be made in the air fryer. Romaine lettuce heads: Crispy leaves make up the bed for all of the toppings, romaine is the classic lettuce for a Cobb salad. I share how to cut romaine lettuce for salad below. Hard boiled eggs: You can make them on the stovetop, but my favorite way is to make them in the pressure cooker. Blue cheese crumbles: A classic staple in a Cobb salad, if you absolutely don’t like blue cheese, feta is a good substitute. Tomato: Use diced Roma tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, or grape tomatoes. Avocado: Adds a creamy and satisfying flavor to the salad. Green onion: Diced and adds the perfect crunch.
The traditional Cobb salad dressing is a red wine vinaigrette. It is made with simple ingredients and adds the best flavor to the salad. For best results, let the dressing sit overnight. For the full dressing for Cobb salad recipe, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post. Other dressings that would be fantastic here:
Ranch Dressing Balsamic Vinaigrette Blue Cheese Dressing
Leftover Cobb Salad
If you think this large salad is too much for the number of people you are serving, I highly suggest that you pair the recipe down by cutting everything in half. While you can store leftovers, they are only good for a day or two. Additionally, you will enjoy the salad much more if you don’t dress the whole salad when you originally it.
