Best 2 Wedge Salad With Homemade Ranch And Crispy Onion Rings Recipes

Wedge salads are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are simple to make and can be customized to your liking. This recipe features crispy onion rings and a homemade ranch dressing that takes this salad to the next level. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY ONION RINGS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories side-dish

Time 35m

Yield about 4 to 6 side dish serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 large Spanish onions, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick pieces
Whole milk, as needed
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons fine salt, plus more for sprinkling
2 teaspoons chili powder (optional)
1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
2 lager-style beers (12-ounces each)
Vegetable oil for deep frying

Steps:

Put the onions in a large bowl and cover with milk. Let soak for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, using a fine-sieve over a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, 2 teaspoons salt, chili powder, and cumin, if using. Stir in the beer until a smooth batter is formed. Set aside.
Drain the onions and transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Blot the onions with paper towels until dry.
In a large, wide heavy-bottomed pot, pour in the oil to a depth of about 2 inches. Place over medium heat and heat to 400 degrees F. (The oil must be heated to 400 degrees F. since the temperature drops oil to about 375 degrees F. when the onions are added.)
Working in batches, transfer about 8 to 10 of the onions to the batter and mix to coat well. Using tongs, pull several of the onions out of the batter, and let any excess batter fall back into the bowl. Carefully add to the oil and fry, flipping once, until golden brown and crispy, about 3 1/2 minutes per batch. Using the tongs, transfer to a dry paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain. Sprinkle with salt to taste. Repeat with the remaining onions. Serve immediately.

RANCH WEDGE SALAD

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Everyone loves a wedge salad, but it's even better with ranch dressing!

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 8 wedges
2 plum tomato (blank)s roma tomatoes, diced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 pinch Ground black pepper to taste
½ cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing
6 slices freshly fried bacon, chopped
4 each scallions, finely chopped

Steps:

Place each wedge on a salad plate or in a bowl.
Spoon dressing evenly on each wedge.
Top with chopped tomatoes, red onion, bacon, scallions and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 314 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

For the perfect crispy onion rings, use a mandoline to slice the onions as thinly as possible. This will ensure that they cook evenly and become crispy.
To make the homemade ranch dressing, use fresh herbs and spices. This will give the dressing a more flavorful and robust taste.
To make the wedge salad, use a good quality blue cheese dressing. This will add a rich and creamy flavor to the salad.
To save time, you can buy pre-made croutons or bacon bits. However, if you have the time, making your own will give the salad a more homemade flavor.
Serve the wedge salad immediately after assembling it. This will prevent the lettuce from becoming wilted.

Conclusion:

This wedge salad with homemade ranch and crispy onion rings is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. The crispy onion rings add a fun and unique touch to the classic wedge salad, and the homemade ranch dressing is a creamy and flavorful addition. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.