Best 5 Original Cobb Salad Recipes

In the culinary world, the Cobb salad stands as a classic dish that has captivated taste buds for decades. Originating in the 1930s at the Brown Derby restaurant in Los Angeles, this salad gained immense popularity and has since become a staple in many restaurants and home kitchens. With its medley of fresh and flavorful ingredients, the original Cobb salad offers a harmonious balance of textures, flavors, and visual appeal. From the crisp lettuce and tangy dressing to the savory bacon and creamy avocado, this salad embodies the essence of a satisfying and wholesome meal. Whether you're seeking a light lunch option, a hearty dinner, or a refreshing side dish, the original Cobb salad promises a culinary journey that will leave you yearning for more.

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THE ORIGINAL COBB SALAD

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, cooked and finely diced
1 ounce iceberg lettuce, washed and chopped
1 ounce romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
2 ounces tomato, washed and chopped
1/2 avocado, thinly sliced
2 ounces bacon, cooked and finely chopped
2 ounces hard boiled eggs, finely chopped
2 ounces grated Roquefort cheese
Original Cobb Salad Dressing to taste, recipe follows
2 egg yolks
2 cups olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup water
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Place greens in bowl. Arrange all other ingredients attractively across greens. Add dressing when ready to serve.
Whip eggs vigorously until yolks turn pale yellow. Slowly incorporate oil to form an emulsion. Add remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.

THE BROWN DERBY'S ORIGINAL COBB SALAD

THE BROWN DERBY'S ORIGINAL COBB SALAD image

Categories Salad Cheese Chicken Mushroom No-Cook Buffet

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

½ Head of lettuce
½ bn Watercress
1 sm Bunch chicory
½ Head romaine
2 md Tomatoes; peeled
2 Breasts of boiled roasting chicken
6 Strips crisp bacon
1 Avocado
3 Hard-cooked eggs
2 tb Chopped chives
½ c Crumbled imported Roquefort cheese
1 c Brown Derby Old-Fashioned French Dressing;
FRENCH DRESSING:
1 c Water
1 c Red wine vinegar
1 ts Sugar
½ Lemon ; Juice of
2 ½ ts Salt
1 ts Ground black pepper
1 ts Worcestershire sauce
1 ts English mustard
1 Clove garlic; chopped
1 c Olive oil
3 c Salad; (vegetable) oil

Steps:

BROWN DERBY OLD-FASHIONED Cut finely lettuce, watercress, chicory and romaine and arrange in salad bowl. Cut tomatoes in half, remove seeds, dice finely, and arrange over top of chopped greens. Dice breasts of chicken nd arrange over top of chopped greens. Chop bacon finely and sprinkle over the salad. Cut avocado in small pieces and arrange around the edge of the salad. Decorate the salad by prinkling over the top the chopped eggs, chopped chives, and grated cheese. Just before serving mix the salad thoroughly with French Dressing. Yield: Serves 4 to 6 Brown Derby Old-Fashioned French Dressing Blend together all ingredients except oils. Then add olive and salad oils and mix well again. Chill. Shake before serving. Makes about 1 1/2 quarts. This dressing keeps well in the refrigerator. Can be made and stored in a 2-quart Mason jar.

THE ORIGINAL BROWN DERBY'S COBB SALAD

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Categories Salad No-Cook Lunch Lettuce

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 head of lettuce
1/2 bunch watercress
1 small bunch chicory
1/2 head romaine
2 medium tomatoes, peeled
2 breasts of boiled roasting chicken
6 strips crisp bacon
1 avocado
3 hard−cooked eggs
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/2 cup crumbled imported Roquefort cheese
1 cup Brown Derby Old−Fashioned French Dressing (See recipe, below)

Steps:

1. Cut finely lettuce, watercress, chicory and romaine and arrange in salad bowl. 2. Cut tomatoes in half, remove seeds, dice finely, and arrange over top of chopped greens. 3. Dice breasts of chicken and arrange over top of chopped greens. 4. Chop bacon finely and sprinkle over the salad. 5. Cut avocado in small pieces and arrange around the edge of the salad. 6. Decorate the salad by sprinkling over the top the chopped eggs, chopped chives, and grated cheese. 7. Just before serving mix the salad thoroughly with French Dressing

ALLEGEDLY ORIGINAL COBB SALAD DRESSING

Allegedly Original Cobb Salad Dressing image

Avocado, tomato, thick bacon slices crumbled, hard-boiled egg wedges, leafy lettuce, gorgonzola, am I forgetting anything? I LOVE Cobb Salad!!! Let's eat!

Provided by GinnyP

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 egg yolks
2 cups olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup water
salt and pepper

Steps:

Whisk egg yolks vigorously until they turn pale yellow.
Slowly incorporate oil to form an emulsion.
Add remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.

ORIGINAL COBB SALAD

Original Cobb Salad image

Robert H. Cobb and Herbert Somborn (former husband of film star Gloria Swanson) opened the iconic hat-shaped Brown Derby Restaurant on Wilshire Blvd in the 1920s. (It later closed Sep 1980). More branches eventually opened in other parts of Los Angeles. The one at 1628 North Vine Street in Hollywood is arguably the most...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories Other Main Dishes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

COBB SALAD
1/2 head finely chopped iceberg lettuce, chilled
1/2 bunch finely chopped watercress, chilled
1 small bunch chicory, finely chopped
1/2 head very finely chopped romaine lettuce, chilled
8 oz chopped roast chicken or roast turkey (depending on what story you believe and/or on the whims of the home chef)
2 medium tomatoes, finely diced
1 large avocado, finely diced
6 strips of bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
3 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
2 Tbsp chopped chives
1/2 c finely grated roquefort cheese
BROWN DERBY OLD-FASHIONED FRENCH DRESSING
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce
3/4 tsp english mustard (or dry mustard)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup 'salad' oil (such as vegetable oil or canola oil or corn oil or other neutral oil)

Steps:

1. DRESSING: Blend all of the French Dressing ingredients together (except the oils). Add the olive oil and salad oil, and mix well. Chill well until ready to serve the salad.
2. SALAD: Toss the greens together, and place on a platter.
3. Arrange the chicken, tomatoes, and avocado over the top of the greens.
4. Sprinkle the bacon, eggs, chives and cheese on top.
5. The Brown Derby Cobb Salad was arranged in an attractive pattern for presentation when it was served. And the salad was then gently tossed at the table (with the Brown Derby Old-Fashioned French Dressing) when it was served.

Here are some tips for making the perfect Cobb salad:

Use high-quality ingredients, especially the chicken, avocado, and bacon.
Cook the chicken perfectly so that it is juicy and tender.
Make sure the avocado is ripe but not too soft.
Use crispy bacon for a nice contrast in texture.
Use a variety of greens for a more interesting salad.
Don't overdress the salad, or it will become soggy.

Conclusion:

The Cobb salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its variety of flavors and textures, the Cobb salad is sure to please everyone at your table.