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! I am lucky my BFF lives there. She has a beautiful home and wonderful fun friends! We were invited to her neighbors house, Karen, for dinner. And this beautiful salad was prepared by another friend, Anita. What a cool idea for a party salad! And super easy to throw together!
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.
Your toppings are chopped bacon, eggs and crumbled blue cheese. 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 used Lighthouse brand.
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.
You can see all my salad recipes HERE. But here are a couple of my faves!
Spinach and Avocado Salad with Blueberries. Such a great summer salad!
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
A super easy to make salad with fresh bleu cheese, bacon and egg crumbles!
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
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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
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Slice both heads of lettuce into 4 equal size portions for a total of 8 wedges and place on tray.
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Sprinkle with blue cheese dressing, bacon, eggs and cheese crumbles. Add an additional bowl of dressing in the center.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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’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!
I’ve never seen wedge salad here, sounds good. Must try one day.
Wedge salads are totally back and this one looks delicious.
Thank you Rebecca!
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!