Best 8 Stuffed Iceberg Salad Recipes

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For a refreshing and flavorful side dish, stuffed iceberg salad is a must-try. Prepared using halved iceberg lettuce as edible bowls, this dish is a showcase of vibrant ingredients and delectable fillings. With endless possibilities for customization, stuffed iceberg salad is a versatile dish that can easily cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds. From zesty and tangy dressings to an array of savory fillings, these stuffed lettuce cups offer a burst of flavors that will tantalize your palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOPPED ICEBERG SALAD WITH ROQUEFORT DRESSING



Chopped Iceberg Salad with Roquefort Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese (about 2 ounces)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1 Persian or kirby cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and roughly chopped
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Mix and mash the mayonnaise and 1/3 cup of the Roquefort in a medium bowl until the cheese is very finely crumbed. Mix in the vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the lettuce, cucumber, eggs, carrots and tomatoes together in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining Roquefort and serve immediately.

STUFFED ICEBERG WEDGES



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-Rosemarie Surwillo, Lake St. Louis, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head iceberg lettuce
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fully cooked ham
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
Salad dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Remove core from the head of lettuce. Carefully hollow out lettuce, leaving a 3/4-in. shell (save removed lettuce for another use). , In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and curry powder. Add the cheese, ham, celery, parsley and pimientos; mix well. Spoon into lettuce shell. Tightly wrap in plastic; refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Cut into wedges. Serve with salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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.

ICEBERG LETTUCE SALAD WITH RADISHES



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I salt the radishes first and let them sit for a few minutes, which makes them milder. Add in iceberg lettuce last, right before serving.

Provided by Lena

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large radishes, finely sliced
¾ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons rapeseed oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon unfiltered apple juice
¾ teaspoon white sugar
1 small head iceberg lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine radish and salt in a bowl and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Add oil, vinegar, lemon juice, apple juice, and sugar; mix well. Fold in iceberg lettuce until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 449.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

"FRENCH" DRESSING AND ICEBERG LETTUCE CHOPPED SALAD



Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 7m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 head iceberg lettuce, core removed and chopped
4 radishes, chopped
4 scallions, chopped
1/3 seedless cucumber, chopped
1 cup shredded carrots, available in produce section
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 small white onion, finely chopped or grated
Salt and white pepper

Steps:

  • Combine lettuce and chopped veggies in salad bowl.
  • Add all of the dressing ingredients into a blender. Put the top in place and blend on high until dressing is combined. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Adjust salt and pepper, to taste.

STUFFED ICEBERG SALAD



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Looking for a refreshing side salad to really dress up a summer meal? Try this iceberg lettuce stuffed with ham salad from Della Biddiscombe of Lewiston, Idaho. "It's hearty enough to serve as a light lunch on a hot day," she notes, "and it can be made ahead for added convenience."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head iceberg lettuce
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup julienned sliced deli ham
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
1/4 cup salad dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Remove and discard core from lettuce. Place lettuce core side down and cut in half with a plastic lettuce knife from top to bottom (save one half for another use). With knife, remove enough leaves from the center of the cut side of lettuce to create a 2-in. circle, about 1-1/4 in. deep., In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and curry powder. Stir in the cheese, ham, celery, parsley and pimientos. Spoon into center of lettuce. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 minutes or until serving. Cut in half, forming two wedges. Serve with salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING



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An easy salad fit for company.

Provided by kikosmom

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and quartered
1 tomato, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
8 slices bacon
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
½ cup red wine vinegar
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange lettuce wedges on serving plates and top each wedge with tomato and green onion pieces.
  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels; chop when cool enough to handle. Transfer bacon to a bowl.
  • Dissolve brown sugar with red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper in the hot skillet over medium heat, whisking until brown sugar has dissolved. Stir bacon into dressing; adjust seasoning. Pour hot bacon dressing over lettuce wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 439.5 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

ICEBERG SALAD WITH SPICY DRESSING



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This is a refreshing crisp salad made with shredded iceberg, garden tomatoes, and scallions. Dressed with a spicy, smoky pepper dressing. This is a take off of a salad my DH ordered in a 5 star restaurant. He was surprised to see a salad made with iceberg. Something I don 't buy often.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
4 garden tomatoes, cut into large matchsticks (I used yellow and red you can use what you have)
4 -6 scallions, sliced
1/4 cup parsley or 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup vinegar
1/2 lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 chili pepper, seeded (I used habanaro, you can use seeds if you dare!)
1 whole chipotle chile in adobo
salt

Steps:

  • Place all dressing ingredients into blender and blend till smooth.
  • Chill.
  • Toss all salad ingredients together add dressing and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right lettuce: Iceberg lettuce is the traditional choice for stuffed salads, but you can also use other types of lettuce, such as romaine or butterhead.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste.
  • Don't overstuff the lettuce leaves: Otherwise, they will be difficult to eat.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help to keep the lettuce crisp and the filling cold.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or flowers: This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Stuffed iceberg salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little creativity, you can create a stuffed iceberg salad that is both beautiful and delicious.

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