Best 3 Creamy Bibb Salad Recipes

**Creamy Bibb Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Treat**

In the realm of summer salads, the Creamy Bibb Salad reigns supreme, offering a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant dish features crisp and tender Bibb lettuce leaves, which serve as the perfect base for a medley of fresh and flavorful ingredients. Succulent cherry tomatoes burst with sweetness, while thinly sliced radishes add a peppery kick. Creamy avocado slices lend a velvety richness, and crumbled bacon provides a smoky, savory contrast. Drizzled with a zesty lemon-tahini dressing, this salad is a harmonious blend of tangy, creamy, and herbaceous notes. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, the Creamy Bibb Salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate, making it an ideal dish for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or a refreshing lunch on a hot summer day. This article provides three variations on this classic salad, each with its unique twist: a classic creamy Bibb salad, a spicy Southwestern version, and a light and refreshing Asian-inspired salad.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BIBB LETTUCE, CHICKEN, AND CHERRY SALAD WITH CREAMY HORSERADISH DRESSING

Bibb Lettuce, Chicken, and Cherry Salad With Creamy Horseradish Dressing image

This completely cravable summer dinner salad hits all the right spots of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories Salad Chicken Low Fat Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Low Cal Dinner Lunch Horseradish Cherry Spring Summer Healthy Low Cholesterol Chive Dairy Free Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

For the dressing:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the salad:
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups shredded cooked chicken (about half of a 2 1/2-pound rotisserie chicken)
8 cups Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves (from 1 large or 2 small heads)
2 cups cherries (about 10 ounces), pitted, halved
5 radishes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh chives, divided

Steps:

Make the dressing:
Purée mayonnaise, lime juice, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Set aside.
Make the salad:
Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Add panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and cayenne and transfer to paper towels; let cool.
Combine chicken, lettuce, cherries, radishes, half of the panko, and half of the chives in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining breadcrumbs and chives.
Do Ahead
The dressing can be chilled for up to 2 days.

CREAMY BIBB SALAD

Creamy Bibb Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

Steps:

Rinse 2 or 3 anchovy fillets, then puree in a blender with a handful each of chopped chives and parsley and the juice of 1 lemon. Add 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup sour cream and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle over Bibb lettuce.

CREAMY BIBB SALAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Creamy Bibb Salad Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by hanley89

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup of lite buttermilk
1/4 cup of regular or light mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon zest
! tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp kosher salt
table grind black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chives, sliced thin
1 head Bibb lettuce, chopped ( the dressing is enough for 2 heads of Bibb lettuce)
4 radishes, clean and sliced thin

Steps:

1. Whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, chives garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper 2. Toss together the lettuce, radishes and half the dressing for one head of Bibb lettuce or all the dressing for two heads 3. serve immediately Note: dressing can be made ahead in the day- refrigerate until ready to serve and refrigerate remaining dressing

Tips:

For an even more flavorful salad, use a combination of bibb and romaine lettuce.
Use high-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar for the dressing.
If you don't have shallots, you can use a small onion instead.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or avocado.
If you're making the salad ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and combine them just before serving.

Conclusion:

This creamy bibb salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The creamy dressing is made with just a few simple ingredients and the salad is packed with fresh, crisp vegetables. With its beautiful presentation and delicious flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.