Iceberg salad, warm bacon and blue cheese dressing

6 servings

15 minutes

This salad is a harmonious blend of freshness and rich flavor that embodies the best traditions of Italian cuisine. Crispy iceberg lettuce serves as a light base, while warm bacon adds a savory, smoky note. The blue cheese dressing gives the dish a rich creamy taste with noble sharpness, creating a unique gastronomic balance. Lemon juice refreshes, and thin rings of red onion add a hint of spice. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish for a light dinner or as an exquisite appetizer for a festive table. Its simplicity in preparation makes it an ideal choice for those who want to delight themselves or guests with something special without extra hassle.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 586
• Proteins: 14.3g
• Fats: 57g
• Carbohydrates: 3.4g

Ingredients

• Mayonnaise: 300 g
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: 1 tbsp
• TABASCO®: 1 tsp
• Blue cheese: 120 g
• Smoked bacon: 230 g
• Iceberg lettuce: 1 pc
• Red onion: 0.5 head

Cooking steps

1. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, black pepper, and Tabasco. Add crumbled blue cheese and mix well. If the sauce is too thick, add a little buttermilk or milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise: 300 g
   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Freshly ground black pepper: 1 tablespoon
   • TABASCO®: 1 teaspoon
   • Blue cheese: 120 g

2. Cut the bacon into small pieces and fry in a large pan over medium heat until golden and crispy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Smoked bacon: 230 g

3. Place the lettuce leaves on plates. Drizzle with sauce. Then, using a slotted spoon, top with bacon. Garnish with rings of red onion and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Iceberg lettuce: 1 piece
   • Red onion: 0.5 head