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The Hollywood Cobb Salad: a colorful, textured classic with vibrant dressing.
A Hollywood Cobb Salad feels like an old friend at a stylish gathering, familiar yet with a touch of flair. Layers of colors unfold from bright greens to rich blues and reds, teasing the eye. Each bite promises a medley of textures, from creamy avocado and crumbled blue cheese to the crisp bacon and juicy cherry tomatoes. The dressing, a vibrant concoction of red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard, mingles with every ingredient, adding a subtle tang that lingers perfectly.
Crafting this salad becomes a soothing ritual. As you dice the chicken and crumble the bacon, the kitchen fills with comforting aromas, each a reminder of how these simple ingredients become a classic. A practical tip for the eggs—slice them while still slightly warm for smoother quarters—makes the preparation almost meditative. The satisfaction of arranging this masterpiece on a serving platter is only enhanced by the sprinkle of chives, adding a whisper of freshness.
Sharing this salad is an act of appreciation. Friends and family gather around, serving bright, abundant portions—each person savoring their favorite layer. The Hollywood Cobb Salad is more than just a dish; it's a centerpiece that brings everyone together, inviting them to share in its elegance and simplicity.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- kosher salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 head romaine lettuce coarsely chopped
- 4 eggs hard-boiled, peeled, and quartered
- 12 ounces chicken cooked and diced
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 avocado thinly sliced
- 4 ounces blue cheese crumbled
- 5 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons chives finely chopped
Directions
- In a jar, shake together the red wine vinegar, the Dijon mustard, the oil, the salt, and the pepper.
- On a large serving platter, evenly spread out the lettuce.
- On top of the lettuce, add rows of the egg, the chicken, the bacon, the avocado, the blue cheese, and the cherry tomatoes.
- Season the salad with the salt and the pepper and then drizzle with the dressing. Garnish with the chives.
- Plate and serve.
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