Salmon Cobb Salad

Looking for a meal that’s fresh, hearty, and full of flavor? This Salmon Cobb Salad with Avocado and Green Dressing checks every box. It’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and vibrant greens — perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner that doesn’t weigh you down.

This recipe keeps it clean and bright. Instead of bacon and blue cheese, it leans into creamy avocado and a zesty homemade green goddess-style dressing with fresh herbs, lemon, and yogurt.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Loaded with healthy fats, protein, and fiber

• Includes salmon, avocado, and egg for long-lasting energy

• Customizable with your favorite greens and toppings

• A beautiful, nourishing meal that’s quick to prep

• The green dressing is packed with fresh flavor and doubles as a dip!

Final Thoughts:

This Salmon Cobb Salad with Avocado and Green Dressing is fresh, feel-good food at its best. It brings together classic Cobb ingredients with a lightened-up twist — flaky salmon, creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and a dressing so good you’ll want to spoon it over everything. Whether you're serving it for a dinner party or packing it for lunch, it’s sure to become a go-to favorite.

Yield: 2-4 servings

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Salmon Cobb Salad

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Looking for a meal that’s fresh, hearty, and full of flavor? This Salmon Cobb Salad with Avocado and Green Dressing checks every box. It’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and vibrant greens — perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner that doesn’t weigh you down.

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Ingredients

For the Salad

• 2 salmon fillets (about 4–6 oz each)
• Salt, pepper, and olive oil (for cooking the salmon)
• 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, or spring mix)
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small cucumber, sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• Optional: crumbled feta or goat cheese

For the Green Dressing

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or use mayo for richer flavor)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove
• 1 green onion or 2 tbsp chives
• ¼ cup fresh parsley
• ¼ cup fresh basil (or cilantro)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard or 1 anchovy for depth

Instructions

1. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Pan-sear over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side or roast at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes until flaky. Let cool slightly, then break into large chunks.
2. Add all dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust lemon juice, salt, or herbs as needed.
3. In a large bowl or platter, layer your greens. Arrange salmon, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and halved eggs in rows or sections for that classic Cobb look.
4. Generously drizzle with green dressing. Serve immediately, or keep ingredients separate and assemble fresh for meal prep.

Notes

Make it meal prep friendly: Store dressing separately and use airtight containers for toppings.

No yogurt? Sub in mayo, sour cream, or blended avocado for the dressing.

Add crunch: Toss in toasted pepitas or sunflower seeds.

Need dairy-free? Use a dairy-free yogurt or vinaigrette instead.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

897

Carbs

20 g

Cholesterol

289 mg

Fat

69 g

Fiber

8 g

Net carbs

12 g

Protein

53 g

Sat. Fat

12 g

Sodium

378 mg

Sugar

6 g

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.