Iceberg Hearts with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this refined yet simple recipe for Iceberg Hearts with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette. Crisp wedges of iceberg lettuce form the perfect blank canvas for a tangy, creamy vinaigrette made with crumbled blue cheese, olive oil, and a hint of honey for balance. Accented with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh chives, and an optional sprinkle of crispy bacon, this dish combines irresistible textures and bold flavors in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect as an appetizer or a refreshing side dish, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or adding a touch of sophistication to your weeknight meals. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or indulging in a light lunch, this vibrant dish is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Iceberg lettuce
- 100 grams Blue cheese
- 60 milliliters Olive oil
- 30 milliliters White wine vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic
- 10 grams Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 5 grams Chives
- 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams Crumbled bacon (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Remove the outer leaves of the iceberg lettuce and cut the head into quarters. Trim the tough core from each quarter to create wedge-like 'hearts.' Rinse gently under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
In a small bowl, crumble the blue cheese and mash half of it with a fork to form a paste-like consistency. Reserve the rest for topping.
Step 3
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove. Add it to the bowl with the blue cheese paste.
Step 4
Whisk in the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is emulsified and creamy.
Step 5
Finely chop the chives and set a small portion aside for garnish. Stir the rest into the vinaigrette for an added layer of flavor.
Step 6
Halve the cherry tomatoes and arrange them alongside the lettuce hearts on a serving platter.
Step 7
Drizzle the blue cheese vinaigrette generously over the lettuce hearts and cherry tomatoes.
Step 8
Sprinkle the reserved blue cheese crumbles, chopped chives, and optional crumbled bacon over the top for added texture and flavor.
Step 9
Serve immediately as an appetizer or light side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1157.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1261.3 |
| Total Fat 108.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g | |
| Cholesterol 125mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4576.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.4g | |
| Protein 47.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 20IU | 0% |
| Calcium 699.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2047.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories