Cobb Pasta Salad
This Cobb Pasta Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish that brings together the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Packed with ingredients like crispy bacon, grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, it's the perfect dish for any occasion, from casual lunches to festive gatherings. The dressing ties it all together, making every bite a delicious experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of rotini pasta
- 1 chicken breast grilled and diced
- 4 strips of crispy bacon crumbled
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs sliced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Cook the chicken: Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, then grill or cook it in a skillet until fully cooked (about 7 minutes per side). Once done, slice it into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice the hard-boiled eggs, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the avocado, and thinly slice the red onion.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and blue cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
Notes:
- You can swap out the blue cheese for feta cheese if you prefer a milder flavor.
- For a lower-fat version, substitute the bacon with turkey bacon or omit it entirely.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Recipe Notes:
- This Cobb Pasta Salad is a perfect dish for picnics, BBQs, or as a quick lunch or dinner. It's easily customizable with your favorite veggies or protein.