Whole30 Steak Cobb Salad
Is there anything like a Cobb Salad? I absolutely love Cobb Salad, and while I already have a couple to choose from on the blog, this new Whole30 Cobb is so delicious. It’s great for weeknight eating, and leftovers make for a fabulous lunch the next day.
What Goes Into a Whole30 Steak Cobb Salad
Of course, we are starting with some fantastic steak for our Whole30 Steak Cobb. For me, there is nothing better than Porter Road. As a beef lover, I really try to be vigilant about where I source it. Porter Road has some of the highest sustainability standards in the country, and in my opinion, their meat is some of the best out there. The Flat Iron has become one of my favorites. It’s a great price point, and it’s perfect for this salad.
Beyond your steak, I think eggs are a must do on a steak Cobb. I love a jammy egg on mine. I love when the yolk is not fully cooked. It’s a much better texture and flavor in my opinion. Once you have your steak and eggs, we can move on to some simple but delicious toppings to complement the salad.
We added cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Marinated Onions, and avocado to our salad to fill it out. And then most importantly, we added my favorite Creamy Olive Dressing (recipe below).
How to Change Up Your Cobb Salad
The wonderful thing about a Whole30 Cobb Salad is that it can be made so many different ways. I love making a vegan version when my son Patrick and I are together. You can change up the toppings based on what’s in season, like a Strawberry Cobb or Tropical Cobb in the summer. And of course, mix up your protein with chicken, lobster, or even turn it into a sandwich.
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Whole30 Steak Cobb Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Whole30 Steak Cobb Salad is perfect for weeknight eating, plus the leftovers are fabulous for lunch the next day.
Ingredients
For the Whole30 California Olive Dressing
1½ cups Whole30 Mayo
2 garlic cloves, pressed
¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 pinches Kosher salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
One 6-ounce can California black olives, drained and divided
For the Steak
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (1/2 pound) Porter Road oz Flat Iron Steak
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil, divided
For the Salad
4 large eggs
4 oz baby romaine, or your choice of greens
Kosher Salt
¾ cup sliced English or Persian cucumbers
¾ cup sliced cherry tomatoes
1 – 2 avocados, sliced
Freshly ground black pepper, to garnish
Instructions
Make the Whole30 California Olive Dressing
Using a hand mixer or blender, blend the Whole30 Mayonnaise, pressed garlic, parsley, chives, lemon juice, salt, red wine vinegar, olive oil and 2/3 can of olives until smooth. Add the remaining olives and pulse until coarsely chopped.
Make the Steak:
In a small bowl, combine the garlic, salt and pepper to create a spice blend. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and brush all over the steak. Sprinkle the spice blend evenly all over the steak to coat completely.
In a medium skillet over high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once oil is hot, cook steak until browned and seared, about 3 1/2 minutes per side—a total of 7 minutes for medium rare (or, if preferred, about 6 minutes total for rare and 8 minutes total for medium). Set aside and allow to rest.
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 2 quarts of water and bring to a gentle boil. Carefully add the eggs to the water and cook for 7 1/2 to 8 minutes, adjust the heat as necessary to prevent the water from boiling too rapidly—and cracking the eggs.
Meanwhile, prepare an ice water bath. When the eggs are done, immediately remove them with a slotted spoon and gently put them in the ice water. Let them rest for 1 minute.
Remove them from the ice water bath to a cutting board. They will continue to cook, so work quickly. Gently crack the shells and immediately peel the eggs and cut each in half.
Assemble the salad:
Slice the steak. On a large platter put the romaine and sprinkle with salt. Arrange the cucumbers, tomatoes, jammy eggs, avocado, and steak. Top with Marinated Red Onions and drizzle a bit of their oil over the salad. Sprinkle more salt and pepper. Serve with the fabulous dressing on the side.
Ngl those jammy eggs look incredible, though I’d argue flat iron steak needs a bit more than 3.5 minutes a side if you want the fat to actualy render. Took a quick break from using AI rental photo editing on some messy rental pics to make this, and that creamy olive dressing totally saved my evening.
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I tried to get that jammy egg right last night, but mine turned into hard-boiled rocks. It is like trying to paint a masterpiece with a paint roller. prompt-based photo editor How long do you let them sit in the ice bath before peeling? The steak looks perfect in the photos though. I really need to master that timing so the yolk stays runny.
Trying to build a proper salad without a jammy egg is like trying to drive a car with no tires, it just does not get you anywhere. I always get nervous about getting the timing right for that soft center though. AI image unblur tool Do you find that the temperature of the water at the start makes a huge difference in the outcome? The way you balanced the steak with those toppings really makes the whole thing look like a complete meal rather than just a side.
That jammy egg makes the whole thing. Eating a salad with a fully hard-boiled egg is like wearing shoes two sizes too small, just ruins the flow. stunning ai image generator How long do you usually let the steak rest before slicing it up? I tried making this last night and that little bit of extra time really changed the texture for me.
Trying to make a salad without a proper jammy egg is like driving a car with a square wheel. It just feels like something is missing from the experience. Style Transfer I usually struggle with getting that yolk texture right though. Do you find the ice water bath makes a big difference in preventing them from overcooking while you peel? I need to get that part down because it really pulls the whole thing together. Adding the olives into the dressing sounds like a surprisingly good move.
I tried making this on Tuesday and honestly the jammy egg makes such a huge difference. I usually overcook mine so they end up chalky. upscale image to 8K Do you have a specific trick for peeling them while they are still warm without the whites sticking to the shell. The steak came out perfectly seared and everyone in my family cleaned their plates.
Cooking a steak to get that perfect crust is like trying to convince a toddler to nap on a weekend. It either happens exactly right or ends up a total mess. Edit text in image with the same font. That jammy egg is the real game changer here though. Do you usually serve the eggs slightly warm or fully chilled for this? It sounds like the perfect balance for a weeknight dinner.
I totally agree about aiming for a jammy egg on this. There is something about the texture when the yolk is not fully cooked that just changes the whole salad. change text in screenshot Do you find the timing tricky to get that perfect consistency every time? I have been trying to master the ice water bath step myself lately. Such a refreshing meal for a busy weeknight.
I tried making this on Tuesday for a quick dinner. I agree that having a jammy egg makes all the difference in the texture. Do you think adding some radishes would overpower the flavor? I found that searing the steak for about 3 1/2 minutes per side was just right for my taste. reemplazar fecha en foto It was such a satisfying meal.
tbh 7.5 mins for the jammy eggs is a bit too long on my stove—6.5 is the sweet spot if you want a runny yolk, though that creamy olive dressing is pure gold. saved the recipe picture and used Edit Text in Image Online to tweak the egg timing on the image so i don’t mess it up next week!
ngl that olive dressing sounds amazing and I saved a copy using compress PDF locally for my recipe binder, but how long do those jammy eggs actually keep in teh fridge?
Made this exact cobb salad last night after using remove clutter from rental photos to clear tenant mess from some listing photos all afternoon, adn honestly those jammy eggs with the marinated red onions were pure perfection. That California olive dressing is definitely going into my weekly rotation.
The jammy eggs and creamy olive dressing sound so good with the steak! I also love the mix of greens, red tomatoes, and golden yolks—such a lovely color palette. Working on our album cover generator at Vismuse has me noticing color combinations in unexpected places, including lunch recipes. Saving this one for a weeknight dinner!
The jammy egg tip is spot on — that barely-set yolk really does make a Cobb salad. Also love how flexible the base is; swapping in seasonal fruit like strawberries for a summer version sounds like a fun way to keep it fresh.