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Whole30 Cobb Salad (Paleo, Keto)

Last Updated on February 24, 2020 by Jean Choi 19 Comments

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This delicious and filling Whole30 Cobb Salad contains all the flavors you love in a classic cobb with a healthier twist! I promise, you won’t miss the cheese at all.

Whole30 Cobb Salad

I know salads have a reputation of being “boring,” but my favorite meals with the most flavor are hearty salads with all the yummy ingredients. It all depends on what you add to a salad, and it’s important to include some delicious protein, fats, and textures to make them fun, vibrant, and keep you satiated for hours!

Whole30 Cobb Salad Recipe

This Whole30 Cobb Salad is a definitely a recipe that filling enough to be a meal on its own, and you’ll love it if you are a fan of classic cobb salads. It has hard boiled eggs, crunchy bacon, meaty chicken, along with the most refreshing combo of veggies like romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.

The only thing it doesn’t include is to make it Whole30 and paleo is the blue cheese, but I don’t think you’ll miss it at all. The dressing is simple but adds a ton of flavor without the cheese! BUT, if you are keto and/or you aren’t bothered by dairy, feel free to add it to your liking.

Whole30 Cobb Salad
Whole30 Cobb Salad

Great for Potlucks and Picnics

This Whole30 Cobb Salad can be made ahead of time and is actually quite portable! It’s especially great during the Spring and Summer, because it’s so refreshing and the great weather makes dining outside so much more pleasant. Plus it’s such a crowd-pleasing recipe!

If you do decide to travel with this Whole30 cobb salad, you do need to make a small change in the recipe to keep it fresh and delicious. Because the lettuce can get soggy once the dressing is on it, just follow the instructions as is without the lettuce. Once you are ready to serve, you can add the lettuce and toss gently before enjoying!

Whole30 Cobb Salad
Whole30 Cobb Salad

Whole30 Cobb Salad (Paleo, Keto)

This delicious and filling Whole30 Cobb Salad contains all the flavors you love in a classic cobb with a healthier twist! I promise, you won’t miss the cheese at all. 
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Course: Main Course, Salad
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Egg cooling time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 521kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 6 slices bacon sugar & nitrate free
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado diced or sliced
  • 3 stalks of green onions chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 garlic clove minced

Instructions

Hard-boiled eggs

  • Stovetop Method: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Take out eggs straight from the fridge, then lower the eggs into the water gently, and let it come to a boil again. Once it does, lower the heat, and let the eggs simmer for 11 minutes. Prepare a large bowl with an ice bath. Once the eggs are done cooking, place them in the ice bath for at least 5 minutes. Peel the eggs under cold running water, then chop them.
  • Instant Pot Method:  Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot, and place a steamer basket or the trivet it came with over the water. Place the eggs on the steamer basket or the trivet. Close the lid, and make the sure the pressure valve is set to Sealing. Cook on high on Manual for 5 minutes, and prepare an ice bath. Once it beeps to a finish, quick release the pressure for slightly soft-centered eggs (like in my photos) or let it naturally release pressure for 5 minutes for true hard-boiled eggs. Immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath and let them cool for at least 5 minutes before peeling. Chop the eggs.

Bacon

  • Fry bacon slices in a pan over medium heat until even browned and crisp, about 7 minutes.
  • Drain and roughly crumble. Set aside.

Assemble

  • Place romaine lettuce on the bottom of a large salad bowl.
  • Top with chicken, eggs, bacon, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and green onions.
  • In a separate bowl, combine all ingredients for the dressing and whisk together.
  • Drizzle over the salad and toss together gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Whole30 Cobb Salad (Paleo, Keto)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 521 Calories from Fat 378
% Daily Value*
Fat 42g65%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Cholesterol 197mg66%
Sodium 518mg23%
Potassium 712mg20%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin A 4555IU91%
Vitamin C 15.6mg19%
Calcium 53mg5%
Iron 2.7mg15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

If you are making this ahead of time, follow the instructions but leave out the lettuce until it’s time to serve. 
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By Jean Choi | April 8, 2019

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  1. STACEY CRAWFORD says

    April 15, 2019 at 10:46 am

    5 stars
    I like all the goodies on this salad! Especially the eggs and bacon. I also like that the dressing is light & not so heavy .

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  2. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    April 15, 2019 at 1:48 pm

    5 stars
    I agree that you’ll never miss the blue cheese with all this flavor going on, and this is so perfect for using up Easter eggs too!

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  3. Tessa Simpson says

    April 16, 2019 at 5:41 am

    5 stars
    Seriously the BEST combo ever! I just loved how all the topping married with the simple dressing, so satisfying!

    Reply
  4. Renee Kohley says

    April 16, 2019 at 1:43 pm

    5 stars
    That dressing is just everything! YUM! I can’t wait to make this for an easy dinner on our busy Tuesday night for next week’s menu! Thank you!

    Reply
  5. Raia Todd says

    April 17, 2019 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    How could you go wrong with bacon, chicken, and avocados? Sounds refreshing and delicious!

    Reply
  6. Megan Stevens says

    April 17, 2019 at 8:48 am

    5 stars
    We loved this salad and the dijon dressing! Plan to make it again. Thank you, so delicious!

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  7. paleoglutenfreeguy says

    April 17, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    5 stars
    I love blue cheese in a cobb but this definitely looks like it doesn’t need it. And the Instant Pot method for boiling eggs is the best! They come out so perfect! Can’t wait to try this.

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  8. Kelly says

    April 17, 2019 at 4:48 pm

    5 stars
    I seriously could eat this salad every day. It has all my favorite ingredients, and dang, that dressing. Yum!

    Reply
  9. Linda says

    April 17, 2019 at 6:53 pm

    5 stars
    With a good looking salad like this, I will never miss cheese. I love all the ingredients you add here and can’t wait to give this a try!

    Reply
  10. chihyu says

    April 19, 2019 at 7:44 pm

    5 stars
    That looks so delicious and I love it’s low carb and healthy, too!

    Reply
  11. Anne Lawton says

    April 21, 2019 at 9:14 am

    5 stars
    Cobb salad is one of my favorite salads, and this one looks delicious!

    Reply
  12. Hope says

    April 21, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    5 stars
    So many of my favourite ingredients in this salad! Loving that dressing, what a bright, colourful and healthy meal!

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  13. Andrea says

    September 9, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is one of my favorites!!! The dressing is AMAZING. It has kept me going during Whole 30 and is one I will continue eating when the 30 days are over.

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    • Jean Choi says

      September 9, 2019 at 9:11 pm

      Thanks so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  14. Lauren says

    June 8, 2020 at 5:07 pm

    5 stars
    I made this salad a week or so ago and it was delicious — the dressing in particular is fantastic. To the dressing, I added 1/2 minced shallot and 1 tsp of honey. It was truly delicious. I tossed the other 1/2 shallot into the salad. I wished I’d doubled the dressing for leftovers! Next time I make it, I think I’ll leave the avocado and chicken on the side, as I found that mixed into the salad, the avocado overpowered the flavor of the delicious dressing (and the salad ended up tasting more like avocado that the yummy dressing!)

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    • Jean Choi says

      June 10, 2020 at 11:22 am

      Amazing modifications!! Thanks so much for trying it out. So happy you liked it!

      Reply
  15. Ruth O says

    April 27, 2021 at 7:00 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe. Dressing was simple and a really nice surprise. Tasty, light and perfect with all the fixings. Thanks!

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    • Jean Choi says

      April 28, 2021 at 10:48 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
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    June 30, 2022 at 8:52 pm

    Thanks for the whole30 cobb salad recipe.
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    Reply

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