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Crispy Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese and Bacon

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A quick and easy wedge salad featuring crisp iceberg lettuce, creamy blue cheese dressing, and smoky bacon, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, washed and quartered into wedges
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
  • 3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes or thinly sliced red onion for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: Place 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a cold skillet. Turn heat to medium and cook, flipping occasionally, until crispy and golden brown (about 8-10 minutes). Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Once cool, chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/4 cup buttermilk. Whisk until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tablespoons chopped chives. Stir in 3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, reserving some for garnish. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add more buttermilk if dressing is too thick.
  3. Prepare the lettuce wedges: Remove outer leaves from iceberg lettuce and rinse under cold water. Pat dry thoroughly. Cut the head into 4 quarters, keeping the core intact.
  4. Assemble the salad: Place each wedge on a plate. Spoon generous amounts of blue cheese dressing over the top and sides. Sprinkle chopped bacon over each wedge. Garnish with extra blue cheese and chives. Optionally, add cherry tomatoes or red onion slices.
  5. Serve immediately to maintain crispness of lettuce.

Notes

Drain bacon on paper towels to keep it crispy and prevent greasiness. Dry lettuce thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Use fresh, creamy blue cheese for best flavor. Assemble salad just before serving to maintain crispness. Dressing can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in fridge.

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Keywords: wedge salad, blue cheese salad, bacon salad, iceberg lettuce, creamy dressing, quick salad, lunch recipe, light dinner

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