Chicken Cobb Salad
A chicken cobb salad is an essential recipe to add to your salad repertoire! This chicken cobb salad replaces bacon with crunchy pumpkin seeds while also being loaded with fiber-rich low glycemic vegetables and two doses of protein.
- Suitable for diets:
- Gluten Free
- High-Fiber
- High-Protein
- Low-Carb
- Mediterranean
Servings:
Why Diabetes Friendly?
- Balanced Meal: Offers a good mix of lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber, which are beneficial for maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
- Nutrient-Dense Ingredients: Avocado provides healthy monounsaturated fats, eggs and chicken offer high-quality protein, and the vegetables contribute a variety of vitamins and minerals.
- Low Glycemic Load: The ingredients in this salad have a low glycemic load, helping to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels.
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Equipment
- Large salad bowl
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- chicken (breast, cooked) 4 oz
- lettuce (red leaf, chopped) 4 cups
- cherry tomato (sliced) 1 cup
- avocado (sliced) ½
- corn (canned) ½ cup
- pumpkin seeds 1 tbsp
- feta cheese (crumbled) 1 tbsp
- egg (hard boiled, peeled & sliced) 4
Dressing
- olive oil 1 tbsp
- red wine vinegar 2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard 1 tsp
- garlic (minced) 1 clove
- salt 1/8 tsp
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Cooking Tips
- Cooking Chicken Breast: For added flavor, the chicken breast can be grilled or roasted with herbs and spices before being added to the salad.
- Hard Boiled Eggs: To achieve perfect hard-boiled eggs, start them in cold water, bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat, letting them sit for about 9-12 minutes.
- Customization: Feel free to adjust the toppings based on dietary needs or preferences. For example, the feta cheese can be omitted for a dairy-free version or replaced with a dairy-free cheese alternative.
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Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, arrange lettuce as the base.4 cups lettuce
- Add cherry tomato, avocado, corn, pumpkin seed, and feta cheese to the bowl and gently toss together until combined.1 cup cherry tomato, ½ avocado, ½ cup corn, 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds, 1 tbsp feta cheese
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon, garlic, and salt.1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic , 1/8 tsp salt
- Drizzle dressing on top of the salad and mix together until well combined.
- Top the salad with cooked chicken and sliced boiled egg. Serve and enjoy!4 oz chicken , 4 egg
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FAQ
- Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the components of this salad ahead of time. However, it's best to assemble it just before serving to maintain the freshness and crunch of the vegetables. The dressing can be made in advance and stored separately. - How can I store leftovers?
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Note that the salad may become soggy if dressed, so it's best to store the dressing separately if possible. - Is there a substitute for pumpkin seeds?
Yes, if pumpkin seeds are not available or if you prefer a different texture, you can substitute them with sunflower seeds, chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts, or leave them out altogether.
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Nutrition
Per serving
Calories: 465.3kcal
Carbohydrates: 15.2g
Fiber: 4.8g
Sugar: 2.9g
Fat: 29.9g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0.04g
Protein: 34.8g
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Cobb Salad
Serving Size
2.5 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
465.3
% Daily Value*
Fat
29.9
g
46
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Cholesterol
383.1
mg
128
%
Sodium
525.2
mg
23
%
Potassium
877.3
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
15.2
g
5
%
Fiber
4.8
g
20
%
Sugar
2.9
g
3
%
Protein
34.8
g
70
%
Vitamin C
25
mg
30
%
Vitamin D
1.9
µg
13
%
Calcium
138.5
mg
14
%
Iron
4.3
mg
24
%
Magnesium
92.2
mg
23
%
Zinc
3
mg
20
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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