But if you not a fan of salmon, take a look at our Traditional Cobb Salad with the most delicious dressing.
It’s no secret I crave salads whenever the weather turns warm. Not just a wimpy salad with a bit of lettuce and a slice of tomato but a salad you can eat for a meal. Cobb is definitely one of those meals! It’s got absolutely everything for a satisfying lunch of dinner. It also boasts buckets of flavour.
The Ingredients
For the most part this recipe follows the classic Cobb salad. The standard version features chicken breast, bacon, eggs, cheese, tomatoes and avocado piled on top of salad greens. It is usually dressed with a vinaigrette or a creamy dressing. Since I wanted to use salmon instead of chicken I also decided to adjust some of the ingredients to compliment my fish.
First of all, I seasoned my salmon with classic fish flavours; lemon and pepper with a good pinch of salt. When seasoning fish, I find that grating a bit of lemon zest does wonders for the flavour. Something that lemon juice alone can never do. I cooked my salmon in the air fryer, which is quick, easy and fuss free. It delivers fish that is perfectly cooked and it takes less than 10 minutes. But you can also use your oven! I got rid of the bacon in my version. The rich flavour of the salmon didn’t need any help in my opinion. However, I kept cheese but instead of the usual blue cheese I opted for creamy and tangy goat cheese. Perfect companion!
Lemon Dill Dressing
As mentioned above, I flavoured the salmon with lemon and pepper. Lemon pairs beautifully with fish, so I wanted to include it in my salad dressing as well. To make things simple I used mayonnaise as a base with a touch of mustard for the depth of flavour. When it comes to summer salads I want all ingredients to be as fresh and real as possible. So I used the juice and zest of a lemon to give my salad dressing a real zing and brightness.
Freshly chopped dill is another classic, which gets paired with fish. And if you follow me, you know I am impartial to dill. A healthy dose of the herb went right in! I honestly think the dressing is one of the best part about this salad and it can be used in ANY salad, so make a double batch and enjoy! More Big Salad Recipes to Try:
Mediterranean Salad with Hummus and Halloumi Thai Grilled Chicken Salad Italian Salad with Tuna, Corn and Mozzarella Falafel Salad Bowl
