Classic Wedge Salad
If you’re looking for a simple yet delicious salad that delivers on both taste and texture, this Classic Wedge Salad is the perfect choice. With its crispy iceberg lettuce, savory bacon, and creamy blue cheese dressing, it’s a refreshing dish that pairs beautifully with any meal.
Whether you’re serving it as an appetizer or a light lunch, this salad is sure to impress. Plus, the homemade dressing takes this dish to the next level—far better than anything store-bought!
Yes, while iceberg is traditional, you can use romaine or butter lettuce for a slightly different texture.
Absolutely! Feel free to customize with additional toppings like avocado, hard-boiled eggs, or even grilled chicken.
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You can prep the ingredients a day ahead, but assemble just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp.
- Rinsing and Drying the Lettuce: Make sure to rinse the lettuce well and dry it thoroughly to ensure the dressing sticks to the leaves instead of sliding off.
- Chill the Lettuce: For the best crunch, keep your iceberg lettuce in the fridge until just before serving.
- Make the Dressing Ahead: The flavors meld beautifully if you prepare the dressing a few hours in advance. Store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
How to Make A Classic Wedge Salad
- To make dressing, place all ingredients in a bowl or jar and whisk (or shake) to combine.
- Place the wedges of lettuce onto a platter or individual serving plates.
- Pour dressing over the lettuce wedges and sprinkle with bacon, tomatoes, blue cheese, pecans, and green onions. Serve.
Storage Instructions:
If you have leftovers, store the salad components separately. Keep the dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The lettuce and toppings should also be stored in separate containers and consumed within a day for maximum freshness.
Classic Wedge Salad
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Ingredients
- 1 large head iceberg lettuce cut into 4 wedges and rinsed well
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes quartered
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon sliced green onions
For dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- To make dressing, place all ingredients in a bowl or jar and whisk (or shake) to combine.
- Place the wedges of lettuce onto a platter or individual serving plates.
- Pour dressing over the lettuce wedges and sprinkle with bacon, tomatoes, blue cheese, pecans, and green onions. Serve.
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Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer: Family Fresh Meals is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.
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