Classic Salad with Blue Cheese at Home
A classic wedge salad with blue cheese features crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and savory bacon. This easy, gourmet dish balances taste and health, taking just 30 minutes to prepare, with 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of chilling.
Ingredients
- For the Salad:
- 150 g crisp lettuce
- 30 g arugula
- 4 thinly sliced radishes
- 1 chopped celery stalk
- 1 sliced apple
- 2 tablespoons crushed pecans
- 3 rashers cooked chopped bacon
- For the Dressing:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 4 ounces 113g blue cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash and dry the leafy greens. If using iceberg lettuce, cut it into quarters.
- Arrange greens on a plate or in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese, crispy bacon, and juicy tomatoes on top.
- (Optional) Add sliced apples or pears for sweetness.
- Drizzle with homemade blue cheese dressing.
- Toss in toasted pecans or candied walnuts for crunch.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- The dressing tastes best when chilled for at least 8 hours.
- Store dressing in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
- You can prepare the dressing 3 days ahead for parties.
- Try different blue cheese varieties like Gorgonzola or Roquefort to adjust the flavor.