Southwestern Cobb Salad

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this Southwestern Cobb Salad is the ultimate fusion of crisp freshness and hearty ingredients, perfect for a satisfying meal. Featuring a vibrant base of Romaine lettuce topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, protein-packed black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, tender diced chicken, and hard-boiled eggs, it delivers a wholesome combination of textures and tastes. Shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla strips add extra flair, while a zesty chipotle lime dressing ties it all together with a smoky kick. Ready in just 20 minutes without any cooking required, this salad is a showstopping, nutrient-rich option for a quick lunch or dinner. Whether served layered for a stunning Southwestern presentation or tossed for convenience, this dish is as eye-catching as it is delicious! Perfect for meal prep, entertaining, or a family night, it’s sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, diced
• 2 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 0.75 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Tortilla strips
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 0.5 teaspoon Chipotle chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Spread the chopped lettuce evenly onto a large serving platter or into a salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and evenly distribute them over the lettuce base.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the black beans and sweet corn kernels. Sprinkle them over the salad in separate sections for a beautiful presentation.

Step 4

Dice the avocado and arrange it on top of the salad. To prevent browning, you can lightly toss the avocado with a bit of lime juice beforehand.

Step 5

Add the diced, cooked chicken breast to the salad, spreading it evenly across the top.

Step 6

Slice the hard-boiled eggs into quarters or slices and arrange them neatly over the salad.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the salad, followed by the tortilla strips for added crunch.

Step 8

Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro for a fresh herbaceous finish.

Step 9

Make the dressing by whisking together sour cream, mayonnaise, chipotle chili powder, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 10

Drizzle the chipotle lime dressing over the salad, or serve it on the side for guests to add as desired.

Step 11

Toss the salad lightly just before serving, or serve layered for a stunning Southwestern presentation. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1834.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2522.3

Total Fat 136.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 963.8mg	0%
Sodium 3038.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 205.5g	0%

Vitamin D 100IU	0%
Calcium 975.1mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 3840.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 20.6%