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Playful kid-friendly Cobb salad styled as Sally Salad with smiling face made from eggs, bacon, and veggies on a clear plate.
Classic Cobb salad for adults featuring greens, tomatoes, bacon, and egg slices on a white plate.

Ingredients

20 Minute Meal

  • 2 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
  • ½ cup diced cucumber
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup cherry tomato halves
  • 2 tablespoons shredded cheese or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 hard-boiled egg or a few cubes of grilled chicken
  • 1 tablespoon light vinaigrette or ranch dressing
Fresh green lettuce icon representing Sally Salad’s garden-fresh ingredients.

Side-Kicks

  • Fruit Skewers: alternate grapes, strawberries, and melon for a colorful side
  • ‍Mini Muffins: whole-grain banana or zucchini muffins for a sweet finish
  • ‍Smoothie Cup: blend spinach, banana, and pineapple for a secret veggie boost
  • ‍Yogurt Dip: serve a small bowl of yogurt for dipping veggies or fruit slices
  • ‍Veggie Chips: baked kale chips or sweet potato crisps for extra crunch

Fun Tips!

  • Arrange Cobb ingredients in rainbow order or rows for a color-sorting game.
  • Let kids “paint” their salad with a spoonful of dressing like an artist’s brush.
  • Use egg slices or avocado to shape Sally Salad’s happy face on the plate.
Sally Salad Plate Buddy character smiling with a chef hat and garden background, representing the healthy eating theme.
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Add-Ons

  • Crunchy Boost: sunflower seeds, croutons, or crispy chickpeas
  • Flavor Fun: ranch drizzle, lemon vinaigrette, or yogurt dip
  • Protein Plus: grilled chicken bites, tofu cubes, or hard-boiled egg slices
  • Cheese Sprinkles: shredded mozzarella, parmesan, or dairy-free option

Nutrition Info

Nutrition Info

Per Child Serving (estimate):
Calories: ~280–350 kcal
Protein: ~15 g
Carbs: ~18 g
Fat: ~18 g

Per Adult Serving (estimate):
Calories: ~450–550 kcal
Protein: ~25 g
Carbs: ~20 g
Fat: ~25 g

How to Get Kids Involved in Making This Recipe

Fun, safe, and simple ways for kids to help in the kitchen

Ages 3-4

Ages 5-6

Ages 7-10

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Made with Love: How to Cook This Recipe from Scratch

A wholesome way to cook together and cut out processed ingredients

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Sally Salad Ranch Dressing

Whisk, mix, chill in 10

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