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Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

Cultural Context

The wedge salad is a classic American dish often served in steakhouses and at barbecues. Its origins can be traced back to the mid-20th century, reflecting a trend towards simple, hearty salads that pair well with grilled meats. The combination of crisp lettuce, rich blue cheese, and savory bacon makes it a popular choice for both casual and formal dining occasions.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 head iceberg lettuce
4 oz blue cheese
6 slices bacon
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 medium red onion
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

blue cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Feta is lower in calories, while cream cheese is often more affordable.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pancetta

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pancetta can be more budget-friendly.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk with vinegar

Greek yogurt is more nutritious, while milk with vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

1

In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of full fat sour cream, 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1/2 cup of whole cultured buttermilk, and 6 oz of crumbled blue cheese.

2

Add 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1 grated medium-sized garlic clove, the zest of 1 whole lemon, and the juice of 1/2 lemon.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of Tabasco brand hot sauce, 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 teaspoon of ground white pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 6 cranks of cracked black pepper.

4

Whisk all ingredients together until well blended and refrigerate for a minimum of 20 to 30 minutes.

5

Take 1 head of iceberg lettuce and cut it into quarters.

6

On a serving plate, scatter some fresh Field Greens and place one wedge of iceberg lettuce on top.

7

Drizzle the blue cheese dressing over the top of the wedge.

8

Sprinkle with crispy cooked and chopped bacon, and add cherry tomatoes and homemade croutons if desired.

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlcutting boardknifeserving plates

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Wedge SaladIceberg Wedge Salad

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