Skip to main content

My Cobb Salad: Iceberg, Tomato, Avocado, Bacon, and Blue Cheese

This classic Cobb salad is a masterclass in contrasting textures and bold flavours. Crisp iceberg lettuce provides a refreshing base for salty smoked bacon, creamy avocado, and the sharp tang of crumbled Roquefort cheese. By using ripe heirloom tomatoes and fresh spring onions, this vibrant dish achieves a wonderful balance that feels both indulgent and light. It is an excellent choice for a sophisticated weekend lunch or a seasonal starter when you want something impressive yet simple to assemble.

While traditional versions can often feel heavy, this recipe uses a bright yoghurt and lemon dressing to lift the dish. The combination of high-quality ingredients ensures every mouthful is packed with savoury depth. Serve it in a large shallow bowl to showcase the colourful ingredients, finishing with a generous dusting of cracked black pepper for a touch of heat.

Poursuivre la lecture ci-dessous

Ingredients for My Cobb Salad: Iceberg, Tomato, Avocado, Bacon, and Blue Cheese

  • 70g smoked bacon, rind removed, cut into matchsticks (3/4 cup)

  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped (4 cups)

  • 2 ripe heirloom tomatoes, cored, peeled, seeded, and chopped

  • 1 large ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and cubed

  • 110g chilled blue cheese (preferably Roquefort), crumbled (160g )

  • 4 small spring onions or spring onions, white part only, trimmed, peeled, and cut into thin rounds

  • Yoghurt and Lemon Dressing

  • Coarse, freshly ground black pepper

In a large, dry skillet, brown the bacon over moderate heat until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to several layers of paper towels to absorb the fat. Blot the top of the bacon with several layers of paper towels to absorb any additional fat. Set aside.

In a large, shallow bowl, combine the bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and spring onions. Toss with just enough dressing to lightly and evenly coat the ingredients. Season generously with pepper, and serve.

Clause de non-responsabilité

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Historique de l'article

Les informations contenues dans cette page ont été évaluées par des cliniciens qualifiés.

  • 28 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

    Auteur: :

    UK recipe editors

    Examiné par des pairs

    UK recipe editors
Vérification de l'éligibilité à la grippe

Demandez, partagez, connectez-vous.

Parcourez les discussions, posez des questions et partagez vos expériences sur des centaines de sujets liés à la santé.

vérificateur de symptômes

Vous ne vous sentez pas bien ?

Évaluez gratuitement vos symptômes en ligne

Inscrivez-vous à la newsletter destinée aux patients

Votre dose hebdomadaire de conseils santé clairs et fiables, rédigés pour vous aider à vous sentir informé, confiant et maître de la situation.

Veuillez saisir une adresse e-mail valide.

En vous abonnant, vous acceptez notre politique de confidentialité. Vous pouvez vous désabonner à tout moment. Nous ne vendons jamais vos données.