Salmon Cobb Salad

Here’s a fresh, flavorful, and protein-packed Salmon Cobb Salad recipe — a modern twist on the classic Cobb, with rich salmon replacing the usual chicken. It’s hearty enough for lunch or dinner and loaded with textures and bold flavors.

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🥗 Salmon Cobb Salad

⭐️ Serves: 2–4

⏱️ Prep Time: 20 min | Cook Time: 10–15 min | Total: ~30 min

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🐟 Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 2 salmon fillets (4–6 oz each), skinless

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 6 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, or spring mix)

• 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped

• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced or quartered

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 ripe avocado, sliced

• ½ cup blue cheese crumbles (or feta, if preferred)

• ½ cup cucumber, diced (optional for crunch)

• Fresh chives or green onions, sliced (for garnish)

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🥣 For the Dressing (Classic Red Wine Vinaigrette):

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 ½ tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt & pepper, to taste

✅ Shortcut: Use a quality store-bought vinaigrette, ranch, or green goddess dressing if you prefer.

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🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Salmon

1. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Cook salmon for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.

4. Let rest for a few minutes, then flake or slice into chunks.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

• Whisk all dressing ingredients in a bowl or shake in a jar until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

1. In a large salad bowl or platter, spread out the greens.

2. Arrange ingredients in rows or sections: salmon, bacon, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and blue cheese.

3. Drizzle with dressing just before serving or serve it on the side.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

• Sprinkle with fresh chives or green onions for a pop of flavor.