Description
This Cobb Egg Salad is a fresh, flavorful take on the classic Cobb salad, combining hard-boiled eggs, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, tangy blue cheese, and cherry tomatoes tossed in a light mayonnaise and Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch or a colorful side dish, it blends creamy, crunchy, and savory elements for a delicious and visually appealing meal.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp. Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Salad
- 8 hard-boiled eggs, cut into eight pieces, plus more for garnish
- 8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled, plus more for garnish
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, plus more for garnish
- 2 Tbsp. freshly chopped chives
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, thoroughly stir together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and red wine vinegar until smooth. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, gently mix the hard-boiled eggs, crumbled bacon, sliced avocado, crumbled blue cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes. Be careful not to mash the ingredients to keep the texture chunky and visually appealing.
- Add the Dressing: Gradually fold the prepared mayonnaise dressing into the salad mixture, adding just enough to lightly coat the ingredients. Reserve any extra dressing for serving if desired.
- Season and Garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish the salad with freshly chopped chives and extra toppings such as additional eggs, bacon, blue cheese, and tomatoes to enhance presentation.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use freshly cooked bacon and hard-boil the eggs to your preferred firmness.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream for a slightly different tang.
- This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature.
- Adjust seasoning and dressing quantity based on personal taste preferences.
- Leftover dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
