Get ready to transform the ordinary salad into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance! The Lettuce Wedge with Blue Cheese Dressing is not just a side dish—it's a culinary experience that combines crisp, cool iceberg lettuce with bold, creamy flavors that will elevate your dining game. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality appetizer at home, this classic American recipe promises to be your new go-to crowd-pleaser that's both simple to prepare and incredibly satisfying.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped bacon
- Fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Remove the outer leaves of the iceberg lettuce and rinse the head thoroughly under cold water.
- Pat the lettuce dry completely using clean paper towels to ensure crisp texture.
- Place the lettuce head on a cutting board and carefully cut it in half through the core, then cut each half into two wedges, creating four equal wedges.
- Transfer the lettuce wedges to a serving platter, positioning them with the cut side facing upward.
- Generously drizzle the blue cheese dressing over each lettuce wedge, ensuring even coverage across the surface.
- Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese evenly over the dressed wedges, allowing the cheese to settle into the lettuce's crevices.
- Distribute the chopped bacon pieces across the wedges, creating a uniform topping.
- Finely chop fresh chives and delicately scatter them over the wedges as a final garnish.
- Serve immediately while the lettuce is crisp and the toppings are fresh and cool.
Tips
- Choose a fresh, firm iceberg lettuce head with tight, crisp leaves for the best texture and presentation.
- Make sure to thoroughly dry the lettuce after washing to prevent the dressing from becoming watery and losing its creamy consistency.
- For extra flavor, consider using high-quality, artisanal blue cheese and crispy, freshly cooked bacon.
- Chill the serving platter beforehand to keep the lettuce wedges extra crisp and cool.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can make your own blue cheese dressing using Greek yogurt for a healthier alternative.
- Serve immediately after preparation to maintain the perfect temperature and texture of the ingredients.
- For a gourmet touch, try using different types of blue cheese like Roquefort or Gorgonzola to vary the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 40mg
