Vegetarian Cobb Salad
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Vegetarian Cobb Salad
Description
The Vegetarian Cobb Salad features a selection of fresh and cooked ingredients arranged atop a bed of greens. Cherry tomatoes add juiciness, while sliced avocado contributes creaminess. Hard-boiled eggs provide protein and a mild texture. Mushroom bacon offers a smoky, meaty element without actual meat, and roasted chickpeas bring crunch and optional added protein. Crumbled gorgonzola cheese adds a tangy, creamy contrast if used.
The red wine vinaigrette dressing blends acidity from vinegar with the richness of olive oil, the slight heat of brown mustard, and sweetness from maple syrup, enhanced by dried oregano for herbal notes. This dressing ties together the salad’s components with balanced flavor.
The salad is best served fresh after tossing with dressing to keep the greens crisp. Leftover components can be stored separately in the refrigerator for up to five days to maintain freshness and texture.
Ingredients
Red Wine Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown mustard spicy
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
Cobb Salad
- 4 cups romaine lettuce or mixed greens, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomato sliced in half
- 1 avocado , sliced
- 3 egg peeled and sliced, hard boiled
- 1/4 cup mushroom bacon
- 1 cup chickpeas optional, roasted
- 1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese optional, crumbled
Instructions
- To prepare the red wine vinaigrette, combine the vinegar, olive oil, mustard, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and oregano in a small jar or bowl. Whisk well to combine, then set it aside. Prepare the other components, like mushroom bacon, eggs, and chickpeas, if you haven't already.
- To assemble the salad, add the lettuce to two large serving bowls, then top with the cherry tomatoes, avocado, hard boiled eggs, mushroom bacon, roasted chickpeas, and cheese, if using.
- Drizzle the dressing over the top of each salad (you won't use it all-- start with 2 tablespoons per serving) then toss and enjoy it right away. You'll get a little bite of everything in each forkful! Store any leftover components in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. They are best stored separately, so the lettuce won't get soggy.
Notes
- Nutrition info estimates about one serving with 2 tablespoons of dressing but may vary.
- Store leftover ingredients separately in airtight containers to keep freshness.
- Use red wine vinaigrette dressing to add balanced acidity and sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 448 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 448kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 280mg | 93% |
| Sodium | 195mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 780mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 906IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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