Iceberg Wedge with Warm Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Iceberg Wedge with Warm Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing
45 min.
6
643kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in a classic side dish that elevates any meal with its bold flavors and delightful textures: the Iceberg Wedge with Warm Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing. This gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a tantalizing treat for your taste buds. Imagine crisp, refreshing wedges of iceberg lettuce drizzled with a rich, creamy blue cheese dressing, perfectly complemented by the savory crunch of warm, thick-cut bacon.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning dish that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties. The combination of the cool lettuce and the warm dressing creates a delightful contrast that will leave your guests raving. With a caloric breakdown that highlights the dish's indulgent nature, this wedge salad is a perfect balance of protein, fat, and minimal carbs, ensuring that every bite is satisfying.

Whether you're looking to impress at your next barbecue or simply want to enjoy a gourmet experience at home, this Iceberg Wedge with Warm Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing is sure to become a favorite. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up a side dish that’s as delicious as it is visually appealing!

Ingredients

  • cup cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoon pepper black
  • large head lettuce with some core attached cut into 6 wedges, each
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 1.5 cups mayonnaise 
  • teaspoon hot sauce hot
  • 0.5  onion red very thinly sliced
  • 0.5 pound bacon thick-cut

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Mix first 4 ingredients in medium bowl.
  2. Add blue cheese and stir until well blended. If too thick, thin with buttermilk by tablespoonfuls to desired consistency. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  3. Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until golden brown and beginning to crisp. Arrange lettuce on plates. Spoon dressing over. Using slotted spoon, transfer warm bacon from skillet onto salads, dividing equally.
  4. Garnish with red onion.

Nutrition Facts

Calories643kcal
Protein7.11%
Fat88.6%
Carbs4.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28
Glycemic Load
1.33
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.062173843384%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
3.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:642.82kcal
32.14%
Fat:63.58g
97.82%
Saturated Fat:15.83g
98.93%
Carbohydrates:6.92g
2.31%
Net Carbohydrates:4.98g
1.81%
Sugar:3.44g
3.82%
Cholesterol:65.34mg
21.78%
Sodium:895.4mg
38.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.48g
22.96%
Vitamin K:123.84µg
117.94%
Phosphorus:183.14mg
18.31%
Selenium:12.37µg
17.68%
Vitamin A:860.78IU
17.22%
Calcium:154.71mg
15.47%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.38%
Vitamin E:2.3mg
15.35%
Folate:50.34µg
12.59%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.65%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.62%
Potassium:353.85mg
10.11%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.66%
Vitamin B3:1.93mg
9.66%
Zinc:1.35mg
8.99%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.84%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.42%
Vitamin C:6.64mg
8.04%
Fiber:1.94g
7.74%
Magnesium:22.04mg
5.51%
Iron:0.98mg
5.45%
Copper:0.08mg
4.24%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.5%
Source:Epicurious