Colorful & Fresh Cobb Salad: Recipe and Creamy Ranch Dressing
Homemade Cobb Salad Recipe with Creamy Ranch Dressing – Perfect for Using Up Fridge Ingredients
Today, we’re making a vibrant Cobb salad that’s a delightful way to enjoy a variety of fresh vegetables! Not only is it delicious, but its beautiful presentation also boosts your mood as you eat. This recipe is perfect for using up leftover ingredients in your fridge.
Salad Ingredients- 2 fresh tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, sliced or quartered
- 2 cups mixed greens (e.g., baby lettuce)
- 3 Tbsp canned corn, drained
- 10 black olives, pitted and sliced
Ranch Dressing- 4 Tbsp plain yogurt
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup or honey
- 1 pinch salt
- A pinch of black pepper
- A sprinkle of dried parsley
- 4 Tbsp plain yogurt
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup or honey
- 1 pinch salt
- A pinch of black pepper
- A sprinkle of dried parsley
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients for your Cobb salad. Wash the vegetables thoroughly and chop them into bite-sized pieces. This step is crucial for the beautiful presentation of your salad.
Step 2
Boil the eggs until hard-cooked. Once cooled slightly, carefully peel them. We’ll cut them into desired shapes later.
Step 3
Core and seed the bell pepper. Dice it into small, uniform pieces, about the size of your thumbnail. Using different colored bell peppers will make your salad even more visually appealing.
Step 4
Remove the stem from the tomatoes and dice them. You can cut them slightly larger than the bell peppers, or if using cherry tomatoes, simply halve them.
Step 5
Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, then scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces. A little squeeze of lemon juice can help prevent browning.
Step 6
Slice the pitted black olives. These add a lovely salty counterpoint to the salad.
Step 7
Cut the peeled hard-boiled eggs. You can quarter them or slice them. Using an egg slicer makes this quick and creates uniform pieces.
Step 8
Now, let’s assemble the salad! Spread the mixed greens on a large platter or in a salad bowl. Arrange the prepared tomatoes, bell peppers, avocado, eggs, corn, and olives in neat rows or sections on top of the greens. This is what gives the Cobb salad its signature look!
Step 9
Time to make the delicious ranch dressing! In a mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, mayonnaise, and finely minced onion. Whisk them together until smooth and well combined.
Step 10
Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper to the dressing. Stir in the lemon juice for a bright, tangy flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 11
Add the corn syrup (or honey) for a touch of sweetness and sprinkle in the dried parsley for aroma. Mix everything thoroughly until the dressing is creamy and uniform.
Step 12
Your beautiful and healthy Cobb salad is complete! Serve it with the homemade ranch dressing and enjoy this visually stunning and incredibly satisfying meal. It’s a perfect choice for a light lunch or a wholesome dinner.
