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BBQ Ranch Cobb Salad

Low-Carb BBQ Ranch Cobb Salad with Avocado and Bacon

This BBQ Ranch Cobb Salad is a flavor-packed twist on the classic Cobb, featuring grilled BBQ chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a zesty homemade BBQ ranch dressing. It’s perfect for a hearty lunch or light dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad:
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce for basting
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup sweet corn grilled or canned
  • ½ cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs sliced
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • For the BBQ Ranch Dressing:
  • ½ cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Grill the BBQ Chicken
  • Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brush with BBQ sauce.
  • Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing with more BBQ sauce until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
  • Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  • Step 2: Make the Dressing
  • In a bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Set aside.
  • Step 3: Assemble the Salad
  • In a large bowl or platter, layer chopped romaine lettuce.
  • Arrange grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, eggs, cheddar cheese, red onion, avocado, and bacon on top.
  • Step 4: Serve And Enjoy
  • Drizzle with BBQ ranch dressing and toss gently before serving.
  • Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce or ranch on the side!

Notes

  • Make it lighter? Use grilled shrimp or tofu instead of chicken.
  • Want more crunch? Add crushed tortilla chips or crispy onions.
  • Extra smoky flavor? Use chipotle BBQ sauce in the dressing.
  • Meal prep tip: Store ingredients separately and assemble just before eating!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 40gFat: 25g