Best 12 Classic Iceberg Salad With Thousand Island Dressing Recipes

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Iceberg lettuce, with its crisp, refreshing texture, is the cornerstone of a classic iceberg salad. This salad has stood the test of time, becoming a staple in American cuisine. Its simplicity allows the fresh, crisp flavors of the iceberg lettuce to shine through, while the creamy, tangy Thousand Island dressing adds a delightful richness. Whether served as a side dish or as a light lunch, this classic salad is a crowd-pleaser that is easy to make and enjoyed by all.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

ICEBERG WEDGES WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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This is a classic salad to serve with a steak dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup tomato-based chili sauce
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 scallion, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and cut into 8 wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chili sauce, milk, vinegar, relish, parsley, scallion, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • Place iceberg wedges on a platter or divide among 4 plates; drizzle with dressing, as desired. Serve immediately.

ICEBERG SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 scallions, trimmed
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup buttermilk
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, washed, shaken dry, and cored

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop 1 scallion and add it to the bowl of a food processor with the garlic; pulse until garlic is minced. Add the mayonnaise, buttermilk, and salt and pepper, to taste, and pulse until well combined and smooth. Slice the iceberg into 1-inch thick slices, cutting parallel to the core end and transfer to cold salad plates. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of the dressing over each slice. Thinly slice the remaining scallion, on a bias, and sprinkle over the salads.
  • Note: This dressing tastes better as it sits; make it ahead and keep it chilled in the refrigerator.

TRISHA'S WEDGE SALAD WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons ketchup
Dash of hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Pepper
Chips and pretzels, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Wash the lettuce and remove any damaged or wilted outer leaves. Remove the lettuce core and discard. Cut the head into quarters and set it aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and the ketchup. Add the hot sauce and pepper to taste. Place a lettuce wedge on each serving plate. Drizzle with the dressing. Also serve dressing with chips and pretzels!

THOUSAND ISLAND SALAD DRESSING



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This comforting homemade dressing is chock-full of tasty ingredients, including chopped onion, celery and hard-cooked eggs. It's a delightful topping for any crisp green salad. -Kim Orr, West Grove, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 hard-boiled large eggs, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 tablespoons chopped celery
4-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
Salad greens

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

TRISHA'S WEDGE SALAD WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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A classic, and for good reason! Recipe adapted from Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen by Trisha Yearwood.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 dash hot sauce, such as Tabasco
pepper
chips and pretzel, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash the lettuce and remove any damaged or wilted outer leaves. Remove the lettuce core and discard. Cut the head into quarters and set it aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and the ketchup. Add the hot sauce and pepper to taste. Place a lettuce wedge on each serving plate. Drizzle with the dressing. Also serve dressing with chips and pretzels!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.3, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 348.1, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 1.7

ICEBERG SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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If this brings back memories of the "house salad" from that Italian-American restaurant you grew up eating at, then we consider our jobs done.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Salad     Mozzarella     Onion     Oregano

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup olive oil
5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 garlic clove, finely grated
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 small head of iceberg lettuce
1/2 small red onion, sliced into rings
2 ounces provolone piccante cheese, thinly sliced
1 cup drained small mozzarella balls, torn
10 peperoncini, halved if large

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, sugar, oregano, and garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cut lettuce in half through stem end. Tear apart into large pieces. Arrange on a platter and scatter onion, provolone, mozzarella, and peperoncini over, nestling in among leaves. Drizzle with dressing to coat to your liking (you'll probably have some extra) and top with more black pepper.

HOMEMADE THOUSAND ISLAND SALAD DRESSING



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We love using Thousand Island dressing for salads, dips and sandwiches. It can be made with chili sauce or ketchup, but I like chili sauce because it gives the dressing a little kick. Once you've tried this homemade recipe, you'll never go back to bottled. -Angelia Sukala, Williamsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended. Refrigerate two hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SPLENDID LETTUCE SALAD WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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"'Oh, Anne, mayn't I help you cook the dinner?' implored Diana. 'You know I can make splendid lettuce salad.'" (from Anne of Avonlea, by L.M. Montgomery) The recipe is from the Anne of Green Gables Cookbook. I usually substitute a yellow or other colored bell pepper for the green.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 hard-boiled egg
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1/2 small head iceberg lettuce
1/2 small head romaine lettuce
12 large spinach leaves
2 small celery ribs
1 small green pepper
1/2 cucumber
2 small tomatoes
1/2 cup mushroom

Steps:

  • To make dressing, mash the hard-boiled egg with a fork in a small bowl. Measure and add the rest of the ingredients and stir.
  • To prepare salad, fill a basin with very cold water. Separate the leaves of the iceberg and romaine lettuce and swish them around in the water. Tear the stems off the spinach leaves and discard them. Put the leaves into the cold water with the lettuce.
  • Cut the celery, green pepper, cucumbers, and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and set aside in large bowl. Slice the mushrooms thinly and add them to the rest of the vegetables.
  • Dry the lettuce with paper towels, tear them into bite-sized pieces, and add them to the other vegetables. Toss the salad.
  • Dry the spinach leaves with paper towels. Line the salad bowl with the spinach leaves so that they peek out around the edge.
  • Mound the tossed salad in the middle. Serve in individual bowls with a dollop of Thousand Island dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.8, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 56.4, Sodium 417.4, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 10.1, Protein 5.6

THOUSAND ISLAND-WEDGE SALAD



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As much as we like bistro-style salads, there is no substitute for the classic wedge of iceberg lettuce with Thousand Island dressing and bacon!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head iceberg lettuce, cut lengthwise into 4 wedges
1/2 cup KRAFT Thousand Island Dressing
1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Recipe Pieces
1/4 cup croutons

Steps:

  • Place 1 lettuce wedge on each of 4 plates.
  • Drizzle with dressing.
  • Top with bacon and croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 4 g

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Stirring a little chile paste into an otherwise classic Thousand Island dressing tones down its sweetness slightly, adding a very gentle bite. For something spicier - and for a noticeable pepper punch - substitute up to 2 tablespoons chile sauce for ketchup. Or, for something sweeter and more mellow, leave out the chile sauce entirely. Other great additions here include a dash or two of Worcestershire sauce or a spoonful of mustard.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     sauces and gravies

Time 15m

Yield 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise
3 1/2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 tablespoons chile paste, such as Sriracha, plus more to taste (optional)
2 tablespoons sweet relish
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar or white wine vinegar, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
Pinch of kosher salt (Diamond Crystal), plus more to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Taste and add more salt, vinegar and chile paste, if needed. Use sauce immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
  • Use as a salad dressing for sturdy, juicy greens, like an iceberg wedge or shredded cabbage, or instead of straight mayonnaise in potato salad, egg salad or tuna salad. Use it to top hard-cooked eggs, hot dogs or avocados. Spread in sandwiches, especially a tomato sandwich or a BLT.

AUTHENTIC THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Many variations of this recipe exist, but this version has been a favorite in Alexandria Bay, NY (the Heart of The Thousand Islands) for nearly 50 years.

Provided by A Local 1000 Islander

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Thousand Island Dressing

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 eggs
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ cup white vinegar
1 pinch ground cloves
1 quart mayonnaise
¾ cup sweet pickle relish
½ cup chopped black olives
½ cup diced red bell pepper

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the chopped eggs, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, vinegar, cloves, mayonnaise, relish, olives and red pepper until evenly blended. Chill and serve spooned over fresh greens. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 45.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 499.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



Thousand Island Dressing image

Provided by Julia Reed

Categories     easy, quick, condiments

Time 5m

Yield About 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
1 cup homemade or Hellmann's mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce or ketchup
2 tablespoons finely chopped pimento-stuffed green olives
1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet pickle
1 tablespoon chopped onion
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 to 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the egg, mayonnaise, chili sauce, olives, 1 tablespoon pickle, the onion, parsley and 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice in a mixing bowl and blend well. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add more chopped pickle and lemon juice as desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 594, UnsaturatedFat 52 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 62 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 845 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • To ensure your iceberg salad is crisp and refreshing, use fresh, cold iceberg lettuce. Look for heads that are tightly packed and have no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • For the best flavor, make your own thousand island dressing. It's easy to make and only takes a few minutes. You can find the recipe in the article.
  • If you don't have time to make your own dressing, you can use store-bought thousand island dressing. Just be sure to choose a brand that you like the taste of.
  • To add a little extra flavor to your salad, you can add some crumbled bacon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, or shredded cheese.
  • Iceberg lettuce is a great base for other salads as well. Try adding some chopped vegetables, such as cucumbers, tomatoes, or carrots, to create a more colorful and flavorful salad.

Conclusion:

Iceberg salad with thousand island dressing is a classic American salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad to make, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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