The Wedge Salade
Experience the crisp and refreshing flavors of "The Wedge Salade," a classic yet elegant salad perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe features cool wedges of iceberg lettuce drizzled with tangy blue cheese dressing and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, smoky crumbled bacon, and creamy blue cheese crumbles. A sprinkle of fresh chives, along with a pinch of salt and pepper, adds a gourmet touch to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this visually striking dish is ideal as a quick lunch, a side dish for dinner parties, or a show-stopping starter. Whether you're a fan of bold flavors or looking for a no-fuss, satisfying salad, "The Wedge Salade" delivers a delightful balance of crunch, creaminess, and savory indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 4 slices Cooked bacon
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese crumbles
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese dressing
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Ground black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the head of iceberg lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Remove any outer leaves that are wilted or damaged.
Using a sharp knife, cut the iceberg lettuce into four equal wedges. Carefully remove the core from each wedge if needed.
Place each wedge on an individual serving plate, ensuring the flat side faces upward.
Dice the cherry tomatoes into quarters and evenly distribute them over each lettuce wedge.
Crumble or chop the cooked bacon into small pieces and sprinkle over the wedges.
Drizzle blue cheese dressing generously over the top of each wedge, making sure to coat the lettuce.
Sprinkle the blue cheese crumbles over the salad for extra flavor and texture.
Garnish each plate with a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives.
Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy this crunchy, creamy, and satisfying salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2538 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 921 mg | 20% | |
*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.
