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:

Dressing
Tomatoes
Avocado
Chicken
Eggs
Onion
Bacon
Cheese (if using)
Lettuce

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!

hOW TO mAKE YOUR chICKEN AND dRESSING

If you really want to cut back on your prep time, you can rely on your favorite store-bought light ranch dressing for this.

But I HAVE to emphasize how making your own Light Ranch Dressing takes this recipe to the next level. It takes just a few minutes to make and is so worth the extra step.

Another quick recipe of mine that will put this salad over the flavor-edge for you is my Blackened Chicken Strips. You can make them ahead and chop them up cold for this salad

That’s the chicken I used pictured here:

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