Wedge Salad Platter for a Crowd! – This beautiful and unique salad will be a hit at your next party! It takes only minutes to make with easy store bought ingredients!
Wedge Salads are back! They disappeared for a few years but like everything old…it becomes new again! Somebody tell my body that pa-leeese!
I first saw this platter at a party in Palm Springs. And let me tell ya, Palm Springs knows how to party! It ain’t your grandmas Palm Springs anymore!
We recently bought a second home there and Rachel and Greg loved it so much they moved here full time! Bring on the sunshine and parties! We have since made this salad over and over again…crowd pleasing, easy to assemble and made with easy store bought ingredients.
How to make this Wedge Salad for a Crowd!
PRO TIP: When choosing your lettuce, go for lightweight heads. The lighter the weight, the less dense yellow lettuce you will have in the center. I used two small heads of iceberg in the photo. Simply quartered it.
What kind of toppings can I use to make this Wedge Salad?
- chopped bacon
- Chopped eggs
- crumbled blue cheese
- You can also add chopped purple onion, chives, green onion and tomato
I cut everything in large chunks. I used a store bought blue cheese dressing, because, well, ya know…lazy cook :). And with so many great brands out there, why not! Go for one in the cooler section of the produce department for super fresh flavors.
I dressed it all up before I served, then put some additional dressing in the center. Pretty easy! And the good news is it stands up better than a tossed salad. The iceberg stays crisp for hours…even in the Palm Springs heat!
This recipe is for 8 but you can adjust it to suit whatever number you need.
Need more recipes for your crowd? We have them all right HERE!
A few more salads you might enjoy!…
Spinach and Avocado Salad with Blueberries. A power house of nutrients and fresh flavors!
Or Fresh Corn Salad with Avocado – no cooking required! Serve the corn fresh off the cob for a fabulous crunchy salad!
To Fresh and Easy Entertaining!
Clink!
Kathi
Wedge Salad Platter for a Crowd
Ingredients
- 2 heads of iceberg lettuce look for light weight heads
- 4 ounces blue cheese crumbled
- 1 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 3 boiled eggs see below for perfect boiled egg instructions
- 1 1/2 cups store bought blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Boil eggs: Put eggs in large sauce pan. Fill with cool water about an inch higher than the egg. (Add 1 tablespoon vinegar which will make them easier to peel). Bring to boil. Remove from heat, cover pan and let sit for 10 minutes for a perfect medium hard boiled egg. Remove eggs to a pan of cool water to stop cooking process. Peel when cool
- Slice both heads of lettuce into 4 equal size portions for a total of 8 wedges and place on tray.
- Sprinkle with blue cheese dressing, bacon, eggs and cheese crumbles. Add an additional bowl of dressing in the center.
Nutrition
So do we soak the head of lettuce? I’m scared of not rinsing. When I worked in a restaurant and prepped the salad, I found slugs a couple times. I ALWAYS rinse!
If there is a slug in your salad take it out…not a good source of protein LOL! Yes, I always rinse my fresh produce. I don’t always include that kind of detail in our recipes, assuming the cook knows best. But maybe I should! Thanks for the note Michelle!
Kathi, this looks delish with eye appeal, and I was wondering about the washing of the leaves. Do you cut and then wash to be able to easily stack the pieces back on top of each other? This may be a silly question, but I am just wondering if it will wind up being a bit tedious like trying to put a puzzle together.
Hi Melanie – I just remove the core, give the whole head a rinse, shake real well and pat dry. Cut wedges and pat dry again. If your a wash each ever leaf kinda gal than ya, it’s going to be time consuming :).
I absolutely LOVE this salad! And to top it off it is super easy to make! I couldn’t stop making it once I started. I highly recommend it!
Thank you for the rave review Mona and thanks for taking the time to right such a nice note!
I made these when I was sixteen at my first job! At 56 I am a caterer and I am going to be using your recipe! Works for single serve and this will be great for buffet service!
What a nice comment! Thank you so much! 🙂
What a great way to serve wedge salads to a crowd! Lots fo rave reviews from my guests. Thanks for a great recipe!
Hi Holly! I am so glad you and your guests liked it! It’s so easy too!
Wedge salads are totally back and this one looks delicious.
Thank you Rebecca!
I’ve never seen wedge salad here, sounds good. Must try one day.
I’ve always wanted to make a wedge salad at home, and for some reason, assumed it was a lot more complex than this! huh! I can totally do this!
Hi Tina! I forgot how they simple they were too! Super easy and fun recipe for a party!
Mmmm. I love wedge salad! I love how you put the dressing in the middle! It makes for a delicious and easy to serve salad ! Great recipe.
Can never have enough dressing :). Thank you for the note Elaine!
I haven’t had a wedge salad in forever, but I know they’re in fashion again. This would be great with a nice grilled steak for dinner!
Having it for Dads day with BBQ ribs and it’s so easy to serve! Thanks for the nice note Lisa…love your blog!
How do you eat these? Are they finger food? Or a side??
Hi Lori – I consider them a side. Eat with a knife and fork. Traditionally a steak knife is served with them.
Had never thought of doing salad this way. My family is picky. Dressing would have to be ranch in our family, and a variety of veggies could be included to please everyone’s tastes.
I love the idea of Ranch! It goes really well with crisp Iceberg…why not!
That’s so funny! The last time I had a wedge salad was 10 years ago in . . . .you guessed it! Palm Springs! I had forgotten just how good they are! Thanks for the inspiration.
Thanks for the note Elaine! Just hold onto those old cookbooks right? Something will come back around!