Chicken Cobb “Christmas Tree” Holiday Salad

This delicious Holiday Salad is a festive twist on the classic chicken Cobb salad!

It's surprisingly easy, and you can even make it ahead!

– romaine lettuce – diced chicken – avocado – hard-boiled eggs – turkey bacon – red onion

Start arranging your lettuce spears on a large platter, so the biggest spears are at the bottom of your Christmas tree.

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As you’re layering on your lettuce, be sure to sprinkle some of your salad toppings in amongst the lettuce leaves.

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Place the halved cherry tomatoes on your tree to look like ornaments. Then sprinkle crumbled blue cheese around for a flurry of “snowflakes” to finish.

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To make the star to top your tree, grab a yellow bell pepper with large, flat sides. Use a star-shaped cutter to create the star.

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Use a sharp knife to cut the peppers into different-sized square and rectangular “packages.”

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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