Best 3 Classic Steakhouse Iceberg Wedge Recipes

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Elevate your culinary repertoire with our curated collection of classic steakhouse iceberg wedge salad recipes. These timeless dishes, often found in upscale steakhouses, combine the crisp texture of iceberg lettuce with a symphony of bold flavors. From the tangy blue cheese dressing to the savory bacon bits and the crunch of red onions, each bite offers a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. Whether you're hosting a special dinner or simply craving a hearty and flavorful salad, our recipes will guide you in creating this iconic steakhouse staple in the comfort of your own kitchen. Explore our selection of variations, including options with grilled shrimp, crispy chicken strips, and even a vegetarian twist. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this quintessential salad experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

STEAKHOUSE WEDGE SALAD

Steakhouse Wedge Salad image

The classic wedge salad gets an upgrade thanks to meaty, crispy slab bacon lardons and cherry tomatoes warmed in bacon fat until slightly softened and full of flavor.

Provided by James Briscione

Categories main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, grated
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup half and half
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup crumbled Maytag or other blue cheese (about 6 ounces)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more as needed
12 ounces slab bacon, skin removed and cut in to 1/2-inch cubes
1 clove garlic, smashed
2 cups cherry tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 6 wedges
3 scallions, sliced

Steps:

Make the blue cheese dressing: Stir together the grated garlic and lemon juice in a medium bowl to form a garlic paste. Add the half-and-half, mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire, 1/2 cup of the blue cheese and whisk until smooth. Gently stir in the remaining 1/2 cup blue cheese and season with pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
For the salad: Put the oil and bacon in a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until it starts to sizzle. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until golden and crispy, stirring often, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon. Return the skillet with the bacon fat to the stove and decrease the heat to low. Add the smashed garlic clove and more oil if necessary and cook for 1 minute to infuse the oil. Add the tomatoes, sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook, shaking the pan often, until slightly softened and a few of the skins are split, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the bacon back in to keep it warm.
Put the iceberg wedges on a large serving platter and top with the scallions and tomatoes. Spoon the dressing on top, letting it run down the sides. Finish with the bacon.

ICEBERG WEDGE

Iceberg Wedge image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 large head iceberg lettuce, cut into large wedges
1 cup grape tomatoes, split down the middle
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, for garnish
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
extra-virgin olive oil
Bleu cheese dressing:
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
6 ounces (3/4 cup) crumbled mild blue cheese such
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

Remove outer leaves of lettuce and wash thoroughly in cold water. Drain and pat dry with paper towels then split into wedges and arrange on plates. Scatter grape tomato halves over and around the lettuce.
Make dressing by combining mayonnaise and sour cream in a large mixing bowl. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice, fold in blue cheese and chives and season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over wedge and grape tomatoes. Drizzle with a little extra-virgin olive oil and top with chives.

GRILLED ICEBERG WEDGES WITH BUTTERMILK-BASIL DRESSING

Grilled Iceberg Wedges with Buttermilk-Basil Dressing image

Provided by Kristin Donnelly

Categories Salad Backyard BBQ Basil Bacon Grill Lettuce Buttermilk

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 strips of thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped basil
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 small head of iceberg lettuce, outer leaves removed, head quartered through the core
Vegetable oil, for brushing

Steps:

Light a grill and preheat for at least 10 minutes or preheat a grill pan. In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp but still slightly chewy, about 5 minutes. (You could do this in a cast-iron skillet right over the grill).
In a medium bowl, whisk the buttermilk with the sour cream, vinegar and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
Brush the cut sides of the iceberg wedges with oil and season with salt. Grill over moderately high heat until the edges are browned and grill marks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn to brown the other cut side, 1 to 2 minutes longer.
Transfer the wedges to a platter and drizzle with half of the dressing. Sprinkle with the bacon and serve, passing the remaining dressing at the table.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use high-quality steakhouse-cut bacon.
To make the blue cheese dressing, use a good quality blue cheese and mayonnaise.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
To make the croutons, use a good quality bread and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
To assemble the salad, start with a wedge of iceberg lettuce. Top with blue cheese dressing, bacon, tomatoes, red onion, and croutons.

Conclusion:

The classic steakhouse iceberg wedge salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy lettuce, flavorful blue cheese dressing, and savory toppings, this salad is sure to be a hit.