Chopped Iceberg Wedge Salad the Mermaid Oyster Bar
Crisp, refreshing, and delightfully loaded, the Chopped Iceberg Wedge Salad from The Mermaid Oyster Bar is a modern twist on a classic favorite. This recipe swaps the traditional wedge presentation for bite-sized pieces of iceberg lettuce, ensuring every forkful is packed with flavor and texture. Juicy cherry tomatoes, smoky crumbled bacon, tangy blue cheese, and a drizzle of creamy buttermilk ranch dressing come together to create a salad that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Fresh chives and a hint of red onion add a burst of color and zest, while a sprinkling of salt and black pepper elevates the flavors to perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is perfect as a starter, side, or light main course. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or craving a quick and tasty meal, this chopped iceberg salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 4 slices Cooked bacon
- 0.5 cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Remove any damaged outer leaves from the iceberg lettuce. Chop the head into bite-sized pieces and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Allow it to dry completely using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.
Crumble the cooked bacon into small pieces and finely dice the red onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped iceberg lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled bacon, and diced red onion.
Drizzle the buttermilk ranch dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the tossed salad to a serving platter or individual plates.
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese and chopped chives evenly over the top.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately for a crisp and flavorful salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.9 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 4922 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 613 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1943 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
