Strawberry Chicken Cobb Salad with Maple Vinaigrette (22 Minutes)

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This dish features a base of crisp romaine lettuce topped with juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, sweet corn, ripe avocado, and sweet, seasonal strawberries.

The homemade maple vinaigrette adds a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, tying all the flavors together beautifully.

This salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

Let’s whip up your new favorite dinnertime special!

Ingredients

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For the salad:
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish (optional)
For the maple dressing:
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the maple vinaigrette (5 minutes):
    • In a small bowl or a mason jar, combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
    • Whisk together or shake well until the dressing is emulsified and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the salad base (5 minutes):
    • On a large serving platter or in a salad bowl, spread the chopped romaine lettuce evenly to create the base of the salad.
  3. Assemble the salad (10 minutes):
    • Arrange the sliced grilled chicken, crumbled bacon, sweet corn, sliced strawberries, and avocado in rows or sections on top of the romaine lettuce.
    • If using, sprinkle crumbled blue cheese or feta cheese over the salad.
  4. Dress the salad (2 minutes):
    • Just before serving, drizzle the homemade maple vinaigrette over the salad. You can toss the salad gently to mix, or serve with the dressing on the side for individual preference.
  5. Garnish and serve (2 minutes):
    • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

This strawberry chicken Cobb salad is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner.

The combination of sweet strawberries, savory chicken, and crispy bacon with the tangy-sweet maple vinaigrette makes this salad a delightful medley of flavors and textures.

You can also customize the salad by adding hard-boiled eggs, nuts, or your favorite cheese.

Enjoy creating and savoring this colorful and nutritious salad!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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