Best 8 Crunchy Iceberg Salad With Creamy Blue Cheese Recipes

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In a world where culinary experiences are constantly evolving, the classic combination of crunchy iceberg lettuce and creamy blue cheese remains a timeless favorite. This delightful salad offers a symphony of textures and flavors, tantalizing the taste buds with every bite. Whether you're seeking a refreshing side dish for a summer barbecue or a light and flavorful main course, this recipe for "Crunchy Iceberg Salad with Creamy Blue Cheese" will guide you in creating a dish that is both satisfying and unforgettable.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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A crisp salad with tangy blue cheese dressing, crumbled cheese and crunchy toasted walnuts - a great accompaniment to steak

Provided by Chelsie Collins

Categories     Side dish, Starter

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

50ml buttermilk
50g soured cream
50g mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
75g blue cheese , crumbled
½ small pack chives , snipped
1 iceberg lettuce washed and quartered
25g walnuts , toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Make the dressing in a medium-sized bowl by combining the buttermilk, soured cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice and 50g of the blue cheese. Season and stir through the chives. Chill until ready to serve.
  • When ready to serve, pour half the dressing over the lettuce wedges and crumble over the remaining blue cheese and a scattering of walnuts. Serve the rest of the dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 46 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

LAYERED BLUE CHEESE, BACON AND ICEBERG SALAD



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What's better than a classic wedge? One that's stacked with all the usual suspects, plus some new friends. Carrots add just the right amount of color and root-veggie crunchiness. You can toss the salad with ranch or French dressing if you don't have blue cheese on hand.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 small red onion, cut into thin rings
6 strips bacon
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup pitted kalamata olives, roughly chopped
3 small carrots, cut into very thin rounds
2 cups croutons

Steps:

  • Soak the onions in ice water for at least 20 minutes. Strain.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp, 6 to 7 minutes per side. Remove, drain on paper towels and roughly chop.
  • Whisk together the blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, Worcestershire, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Using a 3-quart straight-sided tall glass bowl for 1 large salad or four 16-ounce wide-mouth glass jars for 4 individual salads, make a layer with a third of the lettuce, then add the following in separate layers: the tomatoes, the olives, half the remaining lettuce, the carrots, the croutons, and the remaining lettuce. Sprinkle the top with the onions and bacon. (The salad can be put together, covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.)
  • If making 1 salad, just before serving, transfer it to a large bowl, toss with about half the dressing and season with salt and pepper. If making 4 salads, add dressing to each jar, season with salt and pepper, cover with the lid and shake to coat. Serve the remaining dressing on the side.

ICEBERG AND BLUE-CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tight head iceberg lettuce (about 1 1/4 pounds)
3 ripe tomatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 4 1/2-ounce piece blue cheese (Danish, Stilton, Gorgonzola or Roquefort)
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
6 tablespoons canola or corn oil

Steps:

  • Discard any damaged outer leaves from the head of lettuce and cut it into 6 wedges. Core the tomatoes and cut each into six wedges.
  • Arrange a wedge of lettuce and three wedges of tomato on each of six salad plates. Crumble the cheese and sprinkle it over the lettuce and tomatoes on each plate.
  • Mix the mustard, salt, pepper, vinegar and oil in a bowl to make the dressing. (Don't worry if the ingredients separate; the mixture is not intended to be homogenized.) Spoon the dressing over the lettuce and tomatoes, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 230, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 542 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRUNCHY SPRING ICEBERG SALAD



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A big plate of greens may feel virtuous, but this one is also luxurious. This is a very green salad, with chunks of crisp iceberg lettuce serving as a bed for briefly blanched peas and asparagus, topped with a cooling-yet-spicy cilantro yogurt. Tearing the iceberg into bite-size chunks makes this an easy-to-eat salad, no knife required. It's particularly great for outdoor dining or for those who need to eat with one hand. (We see you, new parents.) The feta adds lovely hints of tang and saltiness that work well with the herbaceous yogurt. The peas and asparagus bring freshness; you could also use other springtime staples such as snow peas, sugar snap peas or sliced radish. Serve with jammy boiled eggs for something heartier.

Provided by Hetty McKinnon

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salt and black pepper
2 cups frozen peas
16 to 20 asparagus spears, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 12 ounces)
1 (1½-pound) medium head iceberg lettuce
6 ounces feta, drained and broken into chunks
Handful of cilantro leaves, for serving
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup chopped cilantro (leaves and tender stems from about ½ bunch)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon or lime (1 to 2 tablespoons)
1 garlic clove, peeled and roughly chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
1 to 2 jalapeños or serrano chiles, trimmed and roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare the salad: Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the frozen peas and asparagus, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the asparagus and peas are bright green and crisp tender. Drain and run under cold water until they are cold. Leave to drain.
  • Prepare the lettuce: Run a sharp paring knife around the core and gently pull it out. Remove the outer layer of the lettuce and discard. Tear the lettuce into large chunks. Wash the leaves and allow them to dry in a colander. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  • Prepare the spicy cilantro yogurt: To a blender or small food processor, add the yogurt, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and 1 jalapeño. Blitz until smooth. (Add a teaspoon of water at a time to get the mixture moving in the blender if necessary.) Taste and add the second jalapeño if you would like it spicier.
  • Serve as one large salad or divide among four individual serving plates: Add the lettuce chunks to the plate, and scatter the asparagus and peas on top and around the lettuce. Spoon the spicy cilantro yogurt all over the vegetables, dot with feta and squeeze the juice from the lemon half over everything. Season with salt and black pepper, and top with a few cilantro leaves.

ICEBERG AND WATERCRESS SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Leafy Green     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
4 oz blue cheese, crumbled (1 cup)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons milk or water
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, coarsely shredded
2 bunches watercress, coarse stems discarded (6 cups)
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced diagonally

Steps:

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cheese, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and thin with milk or water to desired consistency.
  • Toss iceberg, watercress, and celery in a large bowl and drizzle with dressing.

ICEBERG WEDGES WITH CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Leafy Green     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Blue Cheese     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Freshly cracked black pepper
2 large heads of iceberg lettuce, each cut into quarters
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, 1/2 cup blue cheese, yogurt, buttermilk, and vinegar in medium bowl until almost smooth. Mix in remaining blue cheese. Season dressing generously with cracked black pepper. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Arrange lettuce wedges on 8 plates. Spoon dressing over lettuce. Sprinkle with green onions and additional black pepper and serve.

ICEBERG HEARTS WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



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Very simple, very fresh salad with homemade dressing. Yum. A nice addition to a more complicated meal.

Provided by sugarpea

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup olive oil
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut in 2 wedges

Steps:

  • Mix mustard, vinegar, and half of the blue cheese; gradually add the olive oil while whisking and whisk until emulsified; season with salt and pepper.
  • Plate each iceberg head; drizzle with dressing and garnish with the remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.1, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 21.3, Sodium 451.5, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.6, Protein 7.4

ICEBERG WEDGES WITH CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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This is a simple and fantastic retro-diner salad that is based on a recipe from the January 2003 issue of Bon Appetit magazine. Another rare recipe that my picky DH actually likes! I often serve this to compliment one of his BBQ's, and sometimes add tomato wedges, especially if I have some that are garden fresh.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
fresh ground black pepper
2 heads iceberg lettuce, each cut into quarters
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, whisk together mayo, 1/2 cup of the blue cheese, yogurt, buttermilk, and vinegar until nearly smooth.
  • Mix in remaining blue cheese.
  • Season with black pepper.
  • (Dressing can be made 1 week ahead and stored in refrigerator).
  • Arrange lettuce wedges on 8 plates.
  • Spoon dressing over wedges.
  • Sprinkle with green onions and season with additional black pepper.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp iceberg lettuce: The key to a great iceberg salad is using fresh, crisp lettuce. Look for heads that are tightly packed and have a bright green color. Avoid heads that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Shred the lettuce finely: Shredding the lettuce finely will help it absorb the dressing better. You can use a sharp knife or a food processor to shred the lettuce.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing for this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Use high-quality blue cheese: The blue cheese is one of the main ingredients in this salad, so it's important to use a high-quality cheese. Look for a blue cheese that is creamy and flavorful.
  • Add some crunch: To add some crunch to the salad, you can add chopped walnuts, almonds, or croutons.

Conclusion:

This crunchy iceberg salad with creamy blue cheese dressing is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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