Low Sodium Classic Cobb Salad
Indulge in a healthier twist on an iconic favorite with this Low Sodium Classic Cobb Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish that doesn't compromise on flavor. Packed with fresh romaine lettuce, tender cubed chicken, and an array of colorful toppings like cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and crumbled turkey bacon, this salad delivers on texture and taste without excess sodium. The tangy homemade vinaigrette, featuring olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, offers the perfect balance of zest and sweetness. Finished with crumbled blue cheese and thinly sliced red onion, each bite is a symphony of flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this heart-healthy recipe makes an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Whether you're eating clean or reducing your sodium intake, this Cobb salad is a delicious, guilt-free way to enjoy a classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 Hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 4 slices Low sodium turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 1 cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing all salad ingredients. Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly, dry it using a salad spinner, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, assemble the salad by layering romaine lettuce at the bottom.
Top the lettuce evenly with cubed cooked chicken breast, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled eggs, crumbled turkey bacon, diced avocado, crumbled blue cheese, and thinly sliced red onion.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk together until the dressing is well emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the assembled salad.
Toss everything gently together just before serving or serve the dressing on the side to allow each person to dress their salad as desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Low Sodium Classic Cobb Salad, a delightful and hearty dish with less sodium but all the flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.1 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 728 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 2604 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 196.5 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 858 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 3430 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
