Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (2024)

I love salad! I could eat it for lunch and dinner and I have even been known to have salad with my breakfast! I love it even more when I can turn salad into a main dish work-of-art.

Cobb salad is a standard in my life. It is one of my go-to items to order when eating out at a restaurant. With a little questioning of the server or the chef, I can determine if any ingredients need to be left out or substituted. Even though Cobb Salad should be a naturally gluten free recipe (at least in my opinion) you need to check before ordering. Ask if the bacon was fried on the grill along with wheat-filled things like pancakes or grilled sandwiches. Ask about the blue cheese – if there is any uncertainty, leave it off or substitute. And ask what’s in the dressing. I know – you are going to come off appearing “high maintenance” and look like Sally from the movie “When Harry Met Sally” but so what? It didn’t hurt Sally and it is always better to be safe than sorry!

Of course, if you make Cobb Salad at home, you know it is going to be safe to eat. For this particular Cobb I decided to create an Asian version and to “compose it”. Arranging the ingredients in a salad makes it look so much more elegant than tossing everything into a bowl. It takes a minute or two more to compose the salad but trust me – it will transform an everyday salad into a masterpiece! Plus everyone can grab what they want and leave what they don’t – in my house this means there won’ be a little pile of red peppers left on the side of my hubby’s plate.

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Asian Cobb Salad

Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 559kcal

Author: Gluten Free & More

Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten-free sesame salad dressing , use divided
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher or fine sea salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
  • 6 cups shredded Napa cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded Romaine lettuce
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper , cored, seeded, and finely sliced
  • 1 bunch green onions , thinly sliced on the diagonal
  • 1 English (hot house) cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • ¼ cup cilantro leaves

Instructions

  • Combine ½ cup of the dressing with the honey and place in a large plastic food storage bag. Add the chicken breasts, toss to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 12 hours.

  • Remove chicken breast from the refrigerator and discard the marinade. Pat the breasts dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat the bottom of the pan with the oil. Add the chicken breasts; cook for 2 minutes or until golden browned, flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Cover the pan; lower the heat to medium and cook for another 4 to 8 minutes depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes then slice thinly.

  • Combine the Napa cabbage with the romaine and place in a layer on a large platter. Arrange the chicken slices, carrots, red pepper, green onions and cucumbers on top of the cabbage/lettuce mixture in rows. Sprinkle with a little more salt and pepper, the sesame seeds, cilantro leaves, and the remaining dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Asian Cobb Salad

Amount Per Serving

Calories 559Calories from Fat 324

% Daily Value*

Fat 36g55%

Saturated Fat 5g25%

Cholesterol 73mg24%

Sodium 818mg34%

Potassium 1241mg35%

Carbohydrates 34g11%

Fiber 5g20%

Sugar 26g29%

Protein 29g58%

Vitamin A 14295IU286%

Vitamin C 78mg95%

Calcium 155mg16%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer: All nutrition facts on Gluten Free & More are meant only as a guide and may differ depending on product brands used or ingredient substitutions. Some errors may occur, so you are encouraged to confirm the recipe’s ingredient and nutrition suitability for your own diet.

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  1. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (6)

    May 16, 2012

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    Oh, I like this! Using Napa cabbage is a great idea, too. I forget how good Asian flavors taste in salads, thanks for the reminder!

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      Gluten Free & More

      May 16, 2012

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      My pleasure! Enjoy :)

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  3. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (8)

    May 17, 2012

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    Beautiful and so very appealing, Carol!

    Shirley

    1. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (9)

      Gluten Free & More

      May 17, 2012

      Reply

      Thank you Shirley!!!
      xo,
      c

  4. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (10)

    Guess what we’re having for dinner?? Of course I am making my own dressing from items on hand, but it’ll be perfect eatings at my son’s baseball game tonight!

    1. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (11)

      Gluten Free & More

      May 17, 2012

      Reply

      Sounds like a great way to celebrate your son’s baseball game – here is hoping for his team to be victorious!

  5. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (12)

    May 17, 2012

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    Very nice salad indeed! My mum quite often has salad for breakfast, but she lives in the tropics. With minus 4*C today over here I’m glad I had nice hot eggs!

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      Gluten Free & More

      May 18, 2012

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      I don’t exactly know what minus 4 C is – but it sounds COLD!!! I guess I live in the tropic too. I need to look it up. In any case, it is usually warm here :)

  6. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (14)

    Lynne H

    May 17, 2012

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    I too love salad and eat it for breakfast. When we go out to our favorite small restaurant (Denise’s Beachway Cafe) my hubby eats breakfast and I eat a big salad with tomatoes (love them) and either turkey or ham or sometimes both with oil and vinegar. I’ll have to try the Cobb at home – it looks so gooooood!! Thanks.

    1. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (15)

      Gluten Free & More

      May 18, 2012

      Reply

      Thanks Lynne – the first time I ever ate salad for breakfast was at this place called Urth Cafe on Melrose in West Hollywood. I ordered srambled eggs and it came with salad – I loved it!!!

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    This is Beautiful Carol! I love the cobb salad, and I never make it at home…I want to now! We have a family get-together this weekend, I think this would be awesome to bring :)

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      Gluten Free & More

      May 18, 2012

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      SOunds like the erfect thing to bring Danielle! Enjoy.

  8. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (18)

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    So beautiful! I could sub tofu in for the chicken to make it veg :) I’d love to you have link it up at our Gluten Free Fridays recipe party! I know that you are busy! :) My name is Cindy and I blog over at Vegetarianmamma.com I wanted to invite you to link up your recipe at our Gluten Free Fridays Recipe Link up party! It happens every Friday and we’d love to have you join us with some of your awesome recipes! You can find this week’s link up here: http://vegetarianmamma.com/gluten-free-fridays-recipe-party-2/
    Also be sure to link up your blog on our Gluten Free Bloggers directory. You can reach the directory by clicking the “glutenfree bloggers” tab on our blog! Thanks, Cindy :)

    1. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (19)

      Gluten Free & More

      August 25, 2012

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      Thanks Cindy!

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  10. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (20)

    June 18, 2013

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    This was fantastic! We made this dressing to go with it – http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Ginger-Sesame-Dressing-238744
    and had it for lunch and dinner two days in a row! Fantastic, thank you!

    1. Gluten Free Asian Cobb Salad Recipe (21)

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      June 19, 2013

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      Thank you, glad you liked it!

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FAQs

What does Cobb salad contain? ›

The Cobb salad is an American garden salad typically made with chopped salad greens (authentically romaine lettuce), tomato, bacon, chicken breast, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, chives, blue cheese (often Roquefort; some versions use other cheeses such as cheddar or Monterey Jack, or no cheese at all) and red wine ...

Is the Cobb salad good for you? ›

A traditional cobb salad includes a variety of nutrient-rich foods, but it has some super high fat ingredients, too. The fat from the bacon, bleu cheese, avocado and salad dressing drive up the calorie count very quickly. Before you know it, you've eaten over half of your calorie needs for the day, in one meal.

What carbs are in a Cobb salad? ›

Cobb salad, with dressing (1 cup) contains 4.1g total carbs, 2.7g net carbs, 10.7g fat, 11.3g protein, and 158 calories.

What is the story behind the Cobb salad? ›

The invention of the Cobb Salad is generally attributed to Robert Howard Cobb who co-owned The Brown Derby restaurant in Los Angeles. The year was 1937. The story goes that Cobb created the first Cobb Salad at the end of a long day after realizing he hadn't eaten for awhile.

What is the traditional dressing for Cobb salad? ›

Red wine vinaigrette is the traditional Cobb salad dressing; but you could also use any other light vinaigrette or opt for a creamier alternative like ranch or Blue cheese.

What is the healthiest salad you can eat? ›

10 Nutrient-Dense Salad Recipes
  • Low-Carb Asian Chopped Salad.
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  • Tofu and Kale Salad.
  • Pear, Grape, and Feta Salad.
  • Mediterranean Chicken Salad.
  • Blood Orange and Quinoa Kale Salad.
  • Golden Beet and Pomegranate Salad.
  • Roasted Chickpea and Kale Salad.
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Is Cobb salad good for losing weight? ›

Cobb Salad with grilled chicken is an easy grab at any of your favorite fast-food chains when you need something quick and convenient. Whether you're running through Wendy's or Chick-fil-A, cobb salads provide three major components of a weight loss-focused meal: protein, fiber, and healthy fat.

What's the healthiest salad dressing? ›

Oil and vinegar.

“This is a great option, because it won't have any added sugar or salt,” says Allers. “But the type of oil is important. Opt for olive or avocado oil over an alternative like canola or soybean oil.” These healthy oils are packed with antioxidants, and can even help lower cholesterol.

What is the difference between a salad and a Cobb salad? ›

The Cobb salad is very similar to a Chef's salad, but the Cobb has a mixture of lettuces, and also has avocado and tomatoes. Chef salads usually have ham too. To make this recipe, you will need: Greens-Like most salads, you start with greens.

What does the Chick-Fil-A Cobb salad have? ›

Chick-fil-A® Nuggets, freshly breaded and pressure-cooked, sliced and served on a fresh bed of mixed greens, topped with roasted corn kernels, a blend of shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, crumbled bacon, sliced hard-boiled egg and grape tomatoes. Prepared fresh daily.

What does Cobb stand for in Cobb salad? ›

The Cobb salad is a main-dish American garden salad typically made with chopped salad greens, tomato, crisp bacon, boiled, grilled or roasted chicken breast, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, chives, Roquefort cheese, and red-wine vinaigrette. It is named for the restaurant's owner, Robert Howard Cobb. ' '

Did Jennifer Aniston eat Cobb salad? ›

Jennifer Aniston's Salad refers to the one she ate while at the set of FRIENDS. She says that it's a cobb salad made at the commissary that they “basically butchered.” She added more ingredients to make it tastier, basically. It's actually a salad with lots of ingredients and the flavour is incredible.

What country is Cobb salad from? ›

A Cobb salad is an American salad made of lettuce, tomato, bacon, hard boiled eggs, chicken, avocado, blue cheese and red-wine vinaigrette dressing. It is typically served cold.

Where is the birthplace of salad? ›

Food historians tell us salads (generally defined as mixed greens with dressing) were enjoyed by ancient Romans and Greeks. As time progressed, salads became more complicated. Recipes varied according to place and time. Dinner salads, as we know them today, were popular with Renaissance folks.

What's the difference between a Cobb salad and a regular salad? ›

Namely, what makes this salad so special is the fact that, aside from tomatoes, salad greens, and other veggies, it also features the likes of avocado, Roquefort cheese, hard-boiled eggs as well as crisp bacon and chicken, be it grilled, roasted, or boiled.

What does Chick Fil A put in their Cobb salad? ›

Chick-fil-A® Nuggets, freshly breaded and pressure-cooked, sliced and served on a fresh bed of mixed greens, topped with roasted corn kernels, a blend of shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, crumbled bacon, sliced hard-boiled egg and grape tomatoes. Prepared fresh daily.

What's the difference between a Cobb salad and a chef salad? ›

A cobb salad is typically made with chopped green, tomatoes, bacon, chicken, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, blue cheese and a vinaigrette dressing. A chef salad is a more generic salad made with more generic salad ingredients such as cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, then meats such as ham, bacon and cheddar cheese.

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