Spring Cobb Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 4 cups mixed spring greens
• 2 cooked chicken breasts, sliced or diced
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup cucumber, sliced
• ¼ cup radishes, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup crumbled bacon
• ¼ cup crumbled feta, goat cheese, or blue cheese

For the Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Asparagus

1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil.
2. Blanch asparagus for 2 minutes until bright green.
3. Transfer immediately to ice water, then drain.

2. Cook the Eggs

1. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water.
2. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat.
3. Let sit for 10–12 minutes.
4. Cool, peel, and slice.

3. Make the Dressing

Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Assemble the Salad

1. Arrange spring greens on a large serving platter or bowl.
2. Neatly place rows of chicken, eggs, avocado, asparagus, tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, bacon, and cheese over the greens.
3. Drizzle dressing over the top or serve on the side.

5. Serve

Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.

Tips

• Use chilled ingredients for the freshest texture.
• Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
• Rotisserie chicken works great for a quick version.
• Blanching asparagus keeps it tender and vibrant green.
• Keep dressing separate if making ahead.

Optional Variations

Vegetarian Version

Replace chicken and bacon with:

• Chickpeas
• Grilled tofu
• Roasted nuts

Extra Crunch

Add:

• Toasted almonds
• Sunflower seeds
• Homemade croutons

Creamy Dressing Option

Use:

• Ranch dressing
• Green goddess dressing
• Avocado dressing

Serving Suggestions

Pairs well with:

• Crusty bread
• Soup
• Sparkling lemonade
• Fresh fruit salad

Bright, hearty, and full of seasonal flavor, Spring Cobb Salad is a delicious balance of freshness and comfort.