TWISTED ICEBERG LETTUCE SALAD WITH WARM GORGONZOLA DRESSING

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This is a classic salad which was inspired by some posts this week which reminded me of mine. But this is my favorite way, still classic flavors but a bit different, with a warm blue cheese or gorgonzola sauce as well as diced marinated vegetables and roasted tomatoes make this a great salad - upgraded.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 head iceberg lettuce, cut in wedges
5 bacon, slices (chopped and cooked)
1/2 small red onion, diced fine
1/4 cup black olives, diced fine
1/3 cup seedless cucumber, fine chopped
1 teaspoon italian vinaigrette (your favorite store bought will work fine)
1/8 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half and roasted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt for the tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper for the tomatoes
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 tablespoons butter
6 ounces gorgonzola
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper (for the sauce)

Steps:

  • Make the blue cheese sauce. In a small pot add the 3 tablespoons of butter and melt, add the shallots and cook 2-3 minutes until lightly soft. Add the cheese, sauce, cream and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook on low on the back burner until you are ready to serve.
  • Saute the chopped or diced bacon until nice and crispy remove and drain on a paper towel and set to the side.
  • Marinating the chopped vegetables. Chop the olives (or you can buy them pre chopped), chop the cucumber and red onion. Toss in a mixing cup of anything you want with just 1 teaspoon of Italian vinaigrette. You don't need much and you don't want to soak the vegetables. Just a light seasoning and then chill.
  • As the vegetables marinade, now the tomatoes. Either on the stove in a saute pan or in a 400 degree oven, cut the grape or cherry tomatoes in half, drizzle a little olive oil on them, salt and pepper and cook just until slightly cooked. Just 5-7 minutes tops. Don't over cook, you want them warm but not "too soft or mushy.".
  • Lets put it together -- Now put your wedge on a nice plate with the chilled wedge, then top with some of the roasted tomatoes which should be slightly warm, top with some of the marinated cucumber, olive and onion mix. Then top with the warm gorgonzola sauce and top with chopped bacon.
  • It just takes the classic and makes it even better, the warm dressing is so good against the chilled marinated chopped vegetables and chilled lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.3, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 63.7, Sodium 503.1, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 7.7

md mosarrof
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This salad is a waste of time and money. It's not worth the effort.


Abdul Aahab
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my salad didn't turn out as good as the picture. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Bisho Chokroboty
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The salad was a bit bland. I think it could have used some more seasoning.


Avadelle Bills
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I found the dressing to be a bit too heavy for my taste. I might try using a lighter dressing next time.


Migoli Yasin
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I'm not sure I would make this salad again. It was good, but not great.


Saifull Noha
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Mohammed Abdul Qadir
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe, and it still turned out great. I used arugula instead of iceberg lettuce, and I added some chopped walnuts.


S.k Write
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the salad turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Godfred Boadi
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I've never had iceberg lettuce salad before, but I'm definitely a fan now. This salad is so light and refreshing.


EltroNaculos Bv
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I made this salad for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Jannatul Mawa
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lettuce. I always have a head of iceberg lettuce in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Ray X
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I'm not a huge fan of gorgonzola, but I loved it in this salad. The warmth of the dressing really mellowed out the flavor.


Fany Fany
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The dressing is to die for! I could drink it straight from the bowl.


Saif Hossain
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.


Chamo Alwis
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This salad is a showstopper! The combination of crispy lettuce, tangy dressing, and warm, melted gorgonzola is simply divine. I've made it for dinner parties and potlucks, and it's always a hit.


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