A protein-packed, creamy salad that is light on calories. Skinny Cobb Salad is a hearty and satisfying addition to your weekday menu!
You all know I love a hearty, comforting dish. There are tons of decadent recipes on my blog (always lightened up, of course).
But is there such a thing as a decadent salad? One that would satisfy even the most tried-and-true meat-and-potatoes-loving people?
If so, this would be it. Bacon, chicken, avocado, eggs, and creamy dressing? Oh sure, there happens to be some vegetables in it, too. Lol.
I think a part of me is biased against salads. I always think they’re going to be bland with rubbery meat and slimy vegetables.
But the other day, I ordered one at a local gastropub. The menu was stacked with burgers, fries, poutine, pretzels, etc. Nothing that would be a decent “healthier” choice for me.
So I went with the salad section and settled on the Cobb. Later, when I looked up the stats, I realized that most Cobb salads can run upwards of 20 points/800 calories! Why not get the burger at the point?
I came home determined to recreate that salad but with much more manageable macros and points.
PREPPING SKINNY COBB SALAD
We’re still in the winter months, so soups, stews, and heartier meals are what I’m mainly craving. But I like to balance those heavier options with something a little lighter, especially for lunches.
This recipe works as a fantastic lunch prep for the week! Layer the ingredients in meal prep containers or oversized mason jars on the following order, bottom to top:
The idea is to keep the “wet” ingredients lower in your container so that they don’t wilt the lettuce.
When you’re ready to serve, just shake everything up in your container to disperse the dressing. So easy!
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How do you make a low calorie Cobb salad?
To a large bowl, combine the lettuce and low calorie Cobb salad dressing. Toss well until all of the lettuce is coated in dressing. Then move the lettuce to two large bowls, plates, or meal prep containers. Top each salad with 1/2 of the onions, tomatoes, egg slices, bacon crumbles, avocado, chicken breast and the feta cheese.
Is chicken Cobb salad healthy?
The salad is also relatively low in carbs and free from gluten and dairy which can cause inflammation and digestive issues for many people. In conclusion, this cobb salad is pretty great for you without the bacon, cheese and creamy dressing and I promise you will not miss them! I hope you enjoy this delicious healthy version of chicken cobb salad!
Can you eat Cobb salad on a keto diet?
Eating cobb salad is a terrific hearty salad option when you want veggies and protein in a bowl. This keto Cobb salad recipe is low in carbs, high in fats, and filling, plus its gluten-free and can be easily adapted for other health plans too. Lay a bed of lettuce in the bottom of a low bowl or on individual plates.
Can you use turkey bacon in Cobb salad?
You can use turkey bacon if you prefer, as a bonus that will cut the calories even more. To a large bowl, combine the lettuce and low calorie Cobb salad dressing. Toss well until all of the lettuce is coated in dressing. Then move the lettuce to two large bowls, plates, or meal prep containers.