Crisp Cobb Salad with Buttermilk Charm
Classic Cobb salad reimagined with creamy buttermilk dressing, crispy bacon, and vibrant summer flavors.
Equipment
- medium bowl
Ingredients
- 1 Avocado diced
- 4 slices Bacon
- ½ cup low-fat Buttermilk
- 1 cup Corn kernels from 1 large ear
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 small Garlic clove minced
- ½ pint Grape tomatoes halved lengthwise
- ¼ cup + 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 2 hearts Romaine halved, cored, and chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped Parsley or chives
- 1 cup shredded Rotisserie chicken
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and garlic.
- Slowly pour in buttermilk, whisking constantly.
- Whisk in parsley or chives and season with salt and pepper.
- Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until brown and crisp, about 8 minutes.
- Drain on a paper towel-lined plate until cool, then crumble.
- Place romaine lettuce in a large bowl.
- Arrange toppings into colorful stripes: avocado, tomatoes, corn, bacon, and chicken.
- Drizzle with buttermilk dressing and serve.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve immediately to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and bacon.
Wine Advice:
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light-bodied Chardonnay would complement the creamy dressing and fresh flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 25 g | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 5 g | Salt: 1.2 g
