Low Fat Classic Wedge Salad
Discover the healthier twist on a timeless favorite with this **Low Fat Classic Wedge Salad**! Featuring crisp, refreshing wedges of iceberg lettuce as the base, this lightened-up version is topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, thin red onion slices, and bits of crunchy, oven-baked turkey bacon for guilt-free indulgence. The homemade low-fat dressing, made with creamy Greek yogurt, low-fat buttermilk, and a blend of savory seasonings like garlic, onion powder, and dill, adds a tangy, rich flavor without the added calories. A sprinkle of blue cheese crumbles and fresh chives elevates the dish with a touch of decadence and vibrant color. Perfect as a light side dish or refreshing starter, this recipe ensures you won’t have to compromise on flavor while maintaining a health-conscious diet. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with satisfying textures, this low-fat wedge salad is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Iceberg lettuce head
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 4 strips Turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons Chives
- 0.25 cup Blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the turkey bacon strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 10 minutes or until crispy. Once cooked, remove from the oven, let them cool, and then chop into bite-sized pieces.
While the bacon is cooking, prepare the dressing. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, low-fat buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Remove any wilted outer leaves from the iceberg lettuce head. Cut the head into quarters, ensuring each wedge remains intact for presentation. Rinse under cold water and gently pat dry with paper towels.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves and thinly slice the red onion. Set aside.
On each plate, place one wedge of lettuce. Drizzle a generous amount of the low-fat dressing over the top, making sure it drips down the sides.
Evenly distribute the cherry tomatoes and red onion over each wedge.
Sprinkle the chopped turkey bacon and blue cheese crumbles on top.
Finish by garnishing with fresh chives for added color and flavor.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or a light side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.4 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2687 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.0 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 645 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2220 mg | 47% | |
*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.
