Best 7 Iceberg Lettuce Salad With Tangy Tomato Tarragon French Dressing Recipes

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**Iceberg Lettuce Salad with Tangy Tomato Tarragon French Dressing: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Salad**

In the realm of summer salads, the iceberg lettuce salad with tangy tomato tarragon French dressing stands out as a refreshing and flavorful delight. This classic salad showcases the crisp texture of iceberg lettuce, complemented by a tangy and aromatic dressing made with ripe tomatoes, fresh tarragon, and a touch of Dijon mustard. With variations that include adding grilled chicken, bacon, or hard-boiled eggs, this versatile salad caters to diverse preferences. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch or a vibrant side dish for your next barbecue, this iceberg lettuce salad is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ICEBERG SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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If this brings back memories of the "house salad" from that Italian-American restaurant you grew up eating at, then we consider our jobs done.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Salad     Mozzarella     Onion     Oregano

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup olive oil
5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 garlic clove, finely grated
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 small head of iceberg lettuce
1/2 small red onion, sliced into rings
2 ounces provolone piccante cheese, thinly sliced
1 cup drained small mozzarella balls, torn
10 peperoncini, halved if large

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, sugar, oregano, and garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cut lettuce in half through stem end. Tear apart into large pieces. Arrange on a platter and scatter onion, provolone, mozzarella, and peperoncini over, nestling in among leaves. Drizzle with dressing to coat to your liking (you'll probably have some extra) and top with more black pepper.

ICEBERG LETTUCE SALAD WITH RADISHES



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I salt the radishes first and let them sit for a few minutes, which makes them milder. Add in iceberg lettuce last, right before serving.

Provided by Lena

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large radishes, finely sliced
¾ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons rapeseed oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon unfiltered apple juice
¾ teaspoon white sugar
1 small head iceberg lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine radish and salt in a bowl and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Add oil, vinegar, lemon juice, apple juice, and sugar; mix well. Fold in iceberg lettuce until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 449.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

"FRENCH" DRESSING AND ICEBERG LETTUCE CHOPPED SALAD



Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 7m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 head iceberg lettuce, core removed and chopped
4 radishes, chopped
4 scallions, chopped
1/3 seedless cucumber, chopped
1 cup shredded carrots, available in produce section
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 small white onion, finely chopped or grated
Salt and white pepper

Steps:

  • Combine lettuce and chopped veggies in salad bowl.
  • Add all of the dressing ingredients into a blender. Put the top in place and blend on high until dressing is combined. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Adjust salt and pepper, to taste.

CRUNCHY SPRING ICEBERG SALAD



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A big plate of greens may feel virtuous, but this one is also luxurious. This is a very green salad, with chunks of crisp iceberg lettuce serving as a bed for briefly blanched peas and asparagus, topped with a cooling-yet-spicy cilantro yogurt. Tearing the iceberg into bite-size chunks makes this an easy-to-eat salad, no knife required. It's particularly great for outdoor dining or for those who need to eat with one hand. (We see you, new parents.) The feta adds lovely hints of tang and saltiness that work well with the herbaceous yogurt. The peas and asparagus bring freshness; you could also use other springtime staples such as snow peas, sugar snap peas or sliced radish. Serve with jammy boiled eggs for something heartier.

Provided by Hetty McKinnon

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salt and black pepper
2 cups frozen peas
16 to 20 asparagus spears, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 12 ounces)
1 (1½-pound) medium head iceberg lettuce
6 ounces feta, drained and broken into chunks
Handful of cilantro leaves, for serving
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup chopped cilantro (leaves and tender stems from about ½ bunch)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon or lime (1 to 2 tablespoons)
1 garlic clove, peeled and roughly chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
1 to 2 jalapeños or serrano chiles, trimmed and roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare the salad: Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the frozen peas and asparagus, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the asparagus and peas are bright green and crisp tender. Drain and run under cold water until they are cold. Leave to drain.
  • Prepare the lettuce: Run a sharp paring knife around the core and gently pull it out. Remove the outer layer of the lettuce and discard. Tear the lettuce into large chunks. Wash the leaves and allow them to dry in a colander. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  • Prepare the spicy cilantro yogurt: To a blender or small food processor, add the yogurt, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and 1 jalapeño. Blitz until smooth. (Add a teaspoon of water at a time to get the mixture moving in the blender if necessary.) Taste and add the second jalapeño if you would like it spicier.
  • Serve as one large salad or divide among four individual serving plates: Add the lettuce chunks to the plate, and scatter the asparagus and peas on top and around the lettuce. Spoon the spicy cilantro yogurt all over the vegetables, dot with feta and squeeze the juice from the lemon half over everything. Season with salt and black pepper, and top with a few cilantro leaves.

ICEBERG LETTUCE SALAD



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces crumbled blue cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon hot sauce, such as Crystal or Louisiana, plus more if desired
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into quarters through the equator (circular slices)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled or chopped into pieces
1/4 cup thinly sliced chives

Steps:

  • For the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the blue cheese, oil, mayonnaise, vinegar and hot sauce. Season with salt and pepper and add more hot sauce if preferred. Set aside.
  • For the salad: Divide the lettuce rounds among 4 plates. Pour 1/2 cup of the dressing over each. Top each with one-quarter of the tomatoes and bacon. Sprinkle some chives on top. Serve immediately.

WEDGE SALAD WITH HOMEMADE FRENCH DRESSING



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head iceberg lettuce
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
Creamy French Dressing, recipe follows
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/3 cup vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the outside leaves from the lettuce and cut in half. Remove the core and slice the halves in half again, making 4 wedges and wash thoroughly. Drizzle with Creamy French Dressing and sprinkle the tomato halves and bacon over the salad.
  • Combine the first 8 ingredients in a small bowl. Add the oil slowly while whisking constantly. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

TARRAGON SALAD DRESSING



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Marie Hoyer of Lewistown, Montana whisks together tarragon, chives, parsley and Dijon mustard in her delightful vinaigrette. The fast-to-fix dressing will add a fresh tang to any bowl of mixed greens.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced chives
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
Salad greens

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 9 ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure a crisp and refreshing salad, select a fresh and firm iceberg lettuce. Look for heads that are heavy for their size and have tightly packed leaves.
  • To make the tomato tarragon French dressing, use ripe and juicy tomatoes. For a more intense flavor, use heirloom tomatoes.
  • Fresh tarragon is the key to the dressing's unique flavor. If you don't have fresh tarragon on hand, you can substitute dried tarragon, but use only half the amount as it is more concentrated.
  • To add a bit of sweetness to the dressing, use a mild-flavored vinegar such as white wine vinegar or rice vinegar. For a more tangy dressing, use a stronger vinegar such as balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • For a creamy and rich dressing, use mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. If you are vegan, you can use a plant-based mayonnaise or yogurt alternative.
  • Season the dressing to taste with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar. You can also add a bit of Dijon mustard for a touch of sharpness.
  • For a healthier salad, use a light hand when dressing it. You can also add other healthy ingredients such as grilled chicken, boiled eggs, or crumbled feta cheese.

Conclusion:

This iceberg lettuce salad with tangy tomato tarragon French dressing is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a versatile salad that can be easily customized to your liking. By following the tips above, you can make a delicious and healthy salad that everyone will enjoy.

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