Get ready to transform your ordinary lunch into an extraordinary culinary adventure! This California Cobb Salad with Grapes is not just a salad - it's a vibrant symphony of flavors that combines the classic Cobb salad with a sweet, unexpected twist. Imagine crisp romaine lettuce layered with juicy grapes, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and tangy blue cheese, all brought together with a creamy ranch dressing that will make your mouth water instantly. Perfect for a quick, refreshing meal that looks as stunning as it tastes, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved
- 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large serving bowl.
- If not already prepared, cook chicken breast until fully cooked through, then dice into small, uniform cubes. Allow to cool slightly.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces.
- Wash grape tomatoes and grapes. Carefully slice grape tomatoes in half lengthwise. Slice grapes in half, removing any seeds if present.
- Crumble blue cheese into small, consistent pieces using a fork or your fingers.
- Arrange the chopped romaine lettuce as a base layer in the serving bowl.
- Layer the diced chicken, crumbled bacon, halved grape tomatoes, halved grapes, and crumbled blue cheese on top of the lettuce in distinct sections.
- Drizzle ranch dressing evenly over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss the salad or serve as is, allowing guests to mix the ingredients as they prefer.
- Serve immediately to ensure maximum freshness and crisp texture of ingredients.
Tips
- Prep Ingredients in Advance: Chop and cook all ingredients beforehand to make assembly quick and easy.
- Keep Ingredients Cold: Chill your lettuce and other components to maintain crisp texture and freshness.
- Layer Strategically: Arrange ingredients in sections for a beautiful presentation that allows guests to customize their bites.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: Fresh chicken, crisp bacon, and ripe grapes make a significant difference in flavor.
- Dressing Tip: Add ranch dressing just before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- Customize to Taste: Feel free to swap ingredients or add your favorite proteins and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 75mg
