Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Shrimp

With the unofficial start of summer, we are all looking for easy meal preparations. Eating your greens has never tasted better, enjoying a light Green Goddess Cobb Salad. Chicken or shrimp are optional add-ins. 

The ingredients are listed below, and you, as the cook, can decide how many servings are needed. The photo posted served four. I included a homemade Green Goddess dressing, although a store-bought one is also an option.   

Ingredients: 

• Chopped romaine
• Baby Arugula
• Sliced hard-boiled eggs
• Halved cherry tomatoes
• Crumbled blue cheese
• Sliced English Cucumbers
• Diced green onions
• Crumbled cooked bacon
• Optional shrimp or diced chicken

Directions:

Arrange the ingredients on a platter as shown in the photo, or combine the ingredients in a large serving bowl and serve with Green Goddess Dressing. 

Light Green Goddess Dressing

Cook's Notes: Classic green goddess dressing is typically made with mayonnaise and sometimes sour cream, but I opted to skip both in favor of Greek yogurt. It makes this recipe a tad healthier, and it adds a delicious, tangy flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup fresh herbs (lightly packed, parsley, dill, and basil)
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped sweet onions
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

• Use a food processor and blend.
• Store up to a week covered in the refrigerator.