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Loaded Cobb Pasta Salad

Loaded Cobb Pasta Salad

Tanya Rivers
Craving a hearty yet fresh meal? This Loaded Cobb Pasta Salad is the ultimate blend of bold flavors and satisfying textures. Tender rotini pasta, smoky grilled chicken, creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy blue cheese come together in one irresistible dish. Perfect as a quick lunch, easy dinner, or meal prep idea, this salad is both nutritious and comforting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Grill or skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 300 g rotini pasta
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 2 cups baby spinach or chopped romaine
  • 1/3 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, toss lightly with olive oil, and allow to cool slightly.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill or pan-sear until fully cooked and golden brown. Let rest before slicing.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, spinach or romaine, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
  • Top with grilled chicken, blue cheese crumbles, and fresh parsley.
  • Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing, toss gently, or serve layered for presentation.

Notes

For the best texture, add the dressing just before serving. Swap blue cheese for feta or cheddar if you prefer a milder flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword easy dinner, healthy salad, pasta salad
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