Best 2 Commanders Salad Recipes

**Commander's Salad: A New Orleans Classic**

Commander's Palace, a landmark New Orleans restaurant, is renowned for its Creole cuisine and its signature Commander's Salad. This classic salad is a delightful combination of fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and crumbled blue cheese, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. The salad is often served with grilled or blackened shrimp or chicken, making it a complete and satisfying meal. In this article, we present two variations of the Commander's Salad: a traditional version and a vegetarian version. We also include a recipe for a homemade vinaigrette dressing, ensuring that you can recreate this iconic dish in your own kitchen. Whether you're a fan of classic Creole cuisine or simply looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad, the Commander's Salad is sure to impress.

Let's cook with our recipes!

COMMANDER'S SALAD

Commander's Salad image

This is from the 1984 "The Commander's Palace New Orleans Cookbook". Commander's Palace is my favorite place to eat in New Orleans and this salad is their most popular side salad, according to the recipe.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 cups mixed salad greens (Commander's Palace uses a mixture of leaf lettuce,field greens, Bibb lettuce, romaine, endive, and w)
4 tablespoons crumbled crisp bacon
4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup crouton
1 1/2 cups salad oil
1 egg, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black peppercorns
1/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons minced onions
2 hardboiled egg, peeled and coarsely chopped

Steps:

Tear greens into bite-sized pieces.
In a large salad bowl, combine the greens,bacon, cheese, and croutons.
Put 1/2 cup oil and the remaining dressing ingredients in a blender.
Cover and blend on low speed.
Remove cover and gradually blend in remaining oil.
To serve, pour 8 T. of dressing over salad and toss.
Divide onto individual plates and garnish each serving with the hard boiled egg.
Refrigerate any leftover salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 848.5, Fat 88.2, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 155, Sodium 559.3, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.8, Protein 8.7

COMMANDER'S PALACE CALIFORNIA SALAD WITH HONEY-YOGURT DRESSING

Commander's Palace California Salad With Honey-Yogurt Dressing image

This recipe comes from The Commander's Palace New Orleans Cookbook. This is one of my favorite places to eat. A true dining experience. The salad is easy and quite impressive.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories Low Protein

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pint plain yogurt (I use low-fat)
6 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey
salt
white pepper
1 head boston lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
4 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced
1 cup grapefruit section
1/2 cup walnut halves (I use pecans)
1/4 cup seedless raisin

Steps:

Add all the dressing ingredients into blender container.
Pulse several times or until well blended.
Mix salad ingredients in a large salad bowl.
Serve on chilled plates with dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 37.9, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 16, Protein 5.9

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Look for crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful cucumbers.
Choose a variety of textures: A good salad has a variety of textures, from crunchy to soft. Add some crunchy croutons or nuts, and some soft avocado or cheese.
Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will weigh down the salad and make it soggy.
Serve the salad immediately: Salad is best when it's fresh. Don't let it sit around for too long before serving.

Conclusion:

The Commander's Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that can be enjoyed by everyone. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect Commander's Salad every time. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy lunch or dinner, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!