Best 3 Stacked Bibb Lettuces With Lemon Cream Recipes

Stacked bibb lettuce with lemon cream dressing is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the slightly bitter bibb lettuce, the tangy lemon cream dressing, and the sweet and juicy grape tomatoes creates a dish that is both visually appealing and delicious. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a sophisticated appetizer for a party, stacked bibb lettuce with lemon cream dressing is sure to please everyone at the table.

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STACKED BIBB LETTUCES WITH LEMON CREAM

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Cream is brightened with lemon-fresh juice and zest-and used to coat tender butter lettuce in this simple green salad. The leaves are artfully arranged by size on each plate.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons heavy cream
2 small heads Bibb or other butter lettuce (each 5 1/2 ounces), cores removed, leaves washed and well dried

Steps:

Whisk together lemon zest and juice, 2 teaspoons water, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in cream; continue to whisk until mixture has thickened slightly.
Place half of leaves from one head in a large, shallow bowl. Toss with 2 to 3 tablespoons dressing; season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a plate, starting with largest leaves and ending with smallest. Repeat with remaining lettuce leaves and 2 to 3 more tablespoons dressing. Serve with remaining dressing alongside.

BIBB LETTUCE WITH SHAKEN VINAIGRETTE

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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 shallot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 heads Bibb lettuce
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

Combine the shallot, mustard, vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper in a jar and, with an immersion blender, pulse until the shallot is chopped and the vinaigrette is emulsified. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
Break the lettuce leaves off the heads, put them in a large bowl or on a platter, and dress them whole with the vinaigrette. Top with the toasted pine nuts and crumbled blue cheese.

BIBB LETTUCE WITH BUTTER DRESSING

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Categories Salad Leafy Green Fourth of July Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Mother's Day Winter Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/2 pound Bibb lettuce (about 4 heads) or Boston lettuce (about 1 head)
1 garlic clove
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

Separate lettuce leaves and put in a large bowl. Halve garlic and in a small heavy skillet heat with butter over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic is golden and butter has a slight nutty aroma, about 3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and discard garlic. Add lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste, swirling skillet to incorporate (butter will foam).
Pour warm dressing over lettuce and toss to coat. Serve salad immediately.

Tips:

Choose small, tender bibb lettuces with tightly packed leaves.
Wash the lettuces thoroughly and pat them dry.
Use a sharp knife to cut the lettuces into thin ribbons.
For the lemon cream dressing, use fresh lemon juice and zest.
Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
To assemble the salad, layer the lettuce ribbons, avocado slices, and crumbled bacon.
Drizzle the lemon cream dressing over the salad and top with Parmesan cheese.
Serve the salad immediately.

Conclusion:

Stacked bibb lettuces with lemon cream dressing is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a simple side salad or a more substantial main course salad, this recipe is sure to please.