Wedge Salad: a family-table method

A wedge salad topped with bacon, tomatoes and cheese.

This wedge salad recipe is chunks of iceberg lettuce topped with kitchen-made blue cheese dressing, bacon, tomatoes and chives. A classic salad that’s straightforward to make, yet elegant enough to serve to company.

I serve a salad almost every day with dinner. Some of my favorites include fresh tomato salad, classic cucumber salad, and this steakhouse style wedge salad with the finest dressing.

We have a steakhouse that makes the most memorable wedge salad. It comes out on a chilled plate with the reliable amount of silky dressing, crunchy bacon and fresh tomatoes. I’ve created my own version of this recipe, and I have to say, mine tastes just like the restaurant salad.

How do you make wedge salad?

Start by mixing together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, blue cheese and seasonings to make a thick and silky dressing. Cut lettuce into wedges, then add a drizzle of the dressing on top. Finish the lettuce wedges with diced tomato, crunchy bacon, crumbed blue cheese and sliced chives. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Bowls of bacon, tomatoes, chives, blue cheese and pepper.

How do you cut iceberg lettuce into wedges?

Wash your head of lettuce thoroughly, then remove any outer leaves that may be damaged or wilted. Cut a thin slice off the stem end of the lettuce. Slice the lettuce head in half lengthwise, then cut each half again so you end up with 4 pieces.

Ingredients in a bowl for blue cheese dressing.

Tips for the reliable salad

The blue cheese dressing can be made up to 3 days before you plan to serve it. Store it in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use it.
Serve your salad on chilled plates for an extra special presentation.
I prefer to use Roma tomatoes, as they don’t contain as many seeds. You can also use vine ripened tomatoes, or even cherry tomatoes that have been cut into halves or quarters.
Use a good quality blue cheese since it is the main flavoring agent. I like a Danish or Maytag blue, or a French roquefort. Skip the pre-crumbled cheese in a tub and buy a wedge of high quality cheese instead.
In my opinion, the kitchen-made dressing really makes this wedge salad special. If you’re in a hurry, you can use store bought refrigerated blue cheese dressing instead of making your own.

A spoon pouring dressing over a wedge of lettuce.

Wedge salad flavor variations

This is a basic version of this salad. You can add other toppings to create your own variations on this classic dish.

Protein: Instead of bacon, try using pancetta or prosciutto that’s cooked until crisp. You can also add diced cooked chicken or shrimp to make it a main course.
Cheese: Feel free to add a little shredded cheddar on top of the salad instead of more blue cheese.
Vegetables: This salad is also great with diced avocado, a sprinkle of fresh corn kernels, red onion or thinly sliced cucumber.
Toppers: Add diced hard boiled eggs or small croutons for a great finish to the salad.

This salad is a great way to get the flavors of a steakhouse in the comfort of your own home. Add a rib eye or filet mignon and all the fixings, then enjoy a special night of food and fun!

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This wedge salad recipe is chunks of iceberg lettuce topped with kitchen-made blue cheese dressing, bacon, tomatoes and chives. A classic salad that's straightforward to make, yet elegant enough to serve to company. Time Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time16 minutes

Course Salad
Cuisine American
Serves 4

Ingredients

For the dressing

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons shallot finely minced
1/4 teaspon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/3 cup blue cheese crumbled

For the salad

1 head iceberg lettuce cut into 4 wedges
6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup Roma tomato seeded and diced
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbled
2 tablespoons chives thinly sliced
black pepper for serving

Instructions

For the dressing

Place all the ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready for use.

For the salad

Arrange the iceberg wedges on 4 plates. You can chill the plates for an extra special presentation.
Drizzle the dressing over each wedge. Top the wedges with bacon, tomato and blue cheese.
Sprinkle with chives, then serve immediately. Top with a little freshly ground black pepper if desired.