Here’s an easy and delicious recipe for a classic **Cobb Salad**, which is hearty and colorful, loaded with a variety of fresh ingredients. It’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
### Ingredients:
#### Salad Base:
– **6 cups romaine lettuce**, chopped
– **1 cup cooked chicken breast**, diced (grilled or roasted)
– **2 hard-boiled eggs**, chopped
– **4 strips bacon**, cooked and crumbled
– **1 avocado**, diced
– **1/2 cup cherry tomatoes**, halved
– **1/4 cup blue cheese**, crumbled (optional: substitute feta or cheddar if you prefer)
– **1/2 cup cucumber**, diced (optional)
#### Dressing:
– **3 tbsp olive oil**
– **1 tbsp red wine vinegar**
– **1 tsp Dijon mustard**
– **1 garlic clove**, minced
– **Salt and pepper**, to taste
### Instructions:
#### 1. Cook the Chicken and Bacon:
– Season and grill or roast the **chicken breast**, then dice it into bite-sized pieces.
– Cook the **bacon** until crispy, then drain on