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    Home » Recipes » Dinner-Sides-Breakfast

    Caesar Salad with Bacon - Wedge

    Published: Jun 4, 2022 · Modified: Aug 15, 2022 by Jere Cassidy · This post may contain affiliate links. · 17 Comments

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    Make this knife and fork classic Wedge Caesar Salad with Bacon that looks super fancy but is so easy to make with just 5 ingredients.

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    Bacon Caesar Wedge Salad

    Salads, there are so many ways to serve them, but sometimes cutting up all the ingredients can be time-consuming. That is where this wedge salad comes in, it's super quick to make by just cutting a head of lettuce and frying some bacon.

    WooHoo! This is my kind of salad.

    Make sure to pin this recipe to your favorite salad board.

    Jump to:
    • What is a wedge salad?
    • Why you will love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make a Wedge Salad: Step by Step
    • Salad Variations
    • Make ahead
    • 🥗 Serving tip
    • Wedge Salad FAQs
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    What is a wedge salad?

    This salad is about simplicity but it delivers with satisfying flavors and a cool crispy texture. The simplicity lies in the fact you just cut a head of iceberg lettuce into quarters, no slicing or chopping is required. Just leave the leaves alone.

    Finally, add a drizzle of dressing and a few toppings, remember to keep it simple. And those toppings, they need to be kept small, kinda like a garnish on top of the wedge.

    Why you will love this recipe

    • This wedge salad is perfect to serve for lunch or as a side dish.
    • Want to serve a salad at a party, make these salad wedges and set them on a platter so your guests can serve themselves.
    • Making this salad takes minutes to prepare and the wedges can even be made ahead of time.

    We like to serve this salad as a main course along with our favorite appetizers. These savory Pear Puff Pastry Pinwheels and Apricot Parmesan Pinwheels are both easy to make and taste great with this salad.

    Mini Chicken Taco Bowls and one of these wedges make a delicious meal.

    You can also serve this wedge as a side along with this BBQ Pork Steak, for a nice hearty dinner. This recipe for Baked Tomatoes with Cheese is easy to make and goes great with the wedge.

    Use those fresh garden tomatoes to make this Tomato and Onion Salad that has to tasty herb dressing, or this simple Tomato Salad that's just as tasty served over a taco. Or if you like pasta try this Orzo Pesto Salad.

    Ingredients

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    Caesar salad ingredients

    A few notes on the ingredients

    • Iceberg lettuce - Because heads of lettuce come in various sizes try to find one that is medium-sized. If you have a very large head of lettuce you can cut it into more than four wedges.
    • Use your favorite caesar salad dressing
    • Bacon - regular sliced bacon works the best since it is easier to crumble.
    • Parmesan cheese - you can shred your own or buy pre-shredded cheese
    • Cracked pepper - this just adds that little extra kick!

    How to make a Wedge Salad: Step by Step

    How to fry bacon crumbles

    Step 1.

    • This is the best way to cook bacon on the stove to make bacon crumbles. Stack about five strips of bacon on top of each other, then slice those strips in half. Now slice the cut stips cross-wise into small dice.
    • Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat then add the diced bacon. Let cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the bacon becomes crisp.
    • When the bacon is cooked spoon the bacon from the skillet onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool.
    • If you have any leftover bacon crumbles add them to your eggs in the morning, or you can freeze them for later.
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    Cook bacon on the stove

    How to cut iceberg lettuce into wedges

    Step 2

    • Remove a few of the outer leaves from the lettuce. These leaves usually are very thin and can look wilted.
    • Lay the head of lettuce on a large cutting board and cut it in half down through the core with a large chef's knife.
    • Turn the wedges cut side down on the cutting board and then cut those pieces in half. You now have four lettuce wedges. See the FAQs on how to wash the lettuce.
    Iceberg lettuce cut into wedges.
    Lettuce wedges

    Topping the salad wedges

    Step 3.

    • Depending on how you are serving the wedges, put a wedge on a plate, or place all the wedges on a serving platter.
    • Spoon the caesar salad dressing over each wedge so it drips down the edges just a bit. Don't drown the wedges.
    • Sprinkle with the bacon crumbles, shredded parmesan cheese, and the cracked pepper.
    • Serve the lettuce wedges cold.
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    Salad Variations

    • The classic wedge salad uses bleu cheese, but feel free to use swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, feta cheese, or try a shredded pepper jack for a zesty salad. There are so many options.
    • You have options for the bacon. Try using Bacon Bits if you don't want to cook bacon, and they are a great option for a vegetarian salad since they are not made with meat.
    • The dressing for a wedge salad can be anything you like.
    • Salad topping ideas are endless, just make sure the toppings are small. Try chopped tomatoes, shredded carrots, diced red onions, chopped olives, hard-cooked eggs, chives, diced basil, or crushed croutons.

    Make ahead

    Even though this wedge salad recipe is quick to make you might want to get a head start on prepping, especially if you are serving this salad for a party. The beauty of the iceberg wedges is they will stay crispy.

    Cut the lettuce into wedges and cover with plastic wrap until ready to top. Then prep your toppings so they are ready to go.

    Alternatively, you can completely make the salad wedges up to two hours ahead of time. Just cover it with plastic wrap and keep it in the refrigerator.

    🥗 Serving tip

    Here is a fun idea for a party, set up a wedge salad bar. Just set out the lettuce wedges on a big platter, then fill bowls with all the toppings and let your guests create their own salad.

    You can even do this along with a baked potato bar since they both use similar toppings.

    Wedge Salad FAQs

    How to wash lettuce for a wedge salad?

    When cutting the head of lettuce into wedges, leave the core intact so the leaves stay together. Rinse each lettuce wedge under cold water then place the wedges cut side down on paper towels to drain, and use the paper towel to pat the lettuce dry, making sure the wedges are dry. When done, cut the core from the lettuce wedges.

    How to eat a wedge salad?

    A knife and fork are a must. Simply slip the tines of the fork into the lettuce wedge and cut off a bite-sized piece, then repeat for each bite.

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    Recipe

    Bacon caesar wedge salace on a white plate.

    Wedge Caesar Salad with Bacon

    Jere' Cassidy
    This simple to make Wedge Caesar Salad recipe is topped with bacon and parmesan cheese that is crispy and crunchy. Make this salad for lunch or a side salad to serve at dinner.
    5 from 43 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 485 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 cutting board
    • 1 10 inch Chefs knife
    • 1 10 inch cast iron skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 head Iceberg lettuce
    • 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
    • 8-10 slices Cooked bacon
    • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded You can buy preshredded, or shred the cheese yourself
    • cracked pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Stack several slices of bacon together and slice longwise, then slice across to make a small dice. Fry the diced bacon slices until crisp. Make sure to stir the bacon so it cooks evenly.
      Drain the cooked bacon on paper towels and let cool. You can also fry the bacon in strips in the skillet and then crumble it after it has cooled.
    • Prepare the lettuce by removing the outer leaves. These leaves are usually very thin and may look wilted. Cut the head of lettuce in half down through the core, and then cut in half again to make 4 wedges. Cut the ends of each wedge to remove the stem.
    • Place the lettuce wedges on individual plates or a platter. Drizzle the salad dressing over each wedge, enough so it starts to drip down the sides of the wedge.
    • Sprinkle the bacon crumbles, and shredded cheese over the salad dressing, then sprinkle with the black pepper.
    • Serve the lettuce wedges cold.

    Notes

    How to wash the lettuce wedges?
    Once the wedges are cut, leave the core intact. Rinse each wedge under a light stream of cold water. Lightly shake the wedges then place them on paper towels and pat dry.
     
    About the bacon 
    • The amount you use depends on what you like.
    • It is best to use regular sliced bacon - not the thick-sliced as it will crumble better.
    • You want the bacon in small pieces so it sticks to the salad dressing and stays on top of the lettuce wedge.
    • You can also use bacon bits for a vegetarian option.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 14gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 21gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 1281mgPotassium: 324mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 802IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 203mgIron: 1mg
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    About Jere'              

    From learning to cook on a farm in Indiana to culinary school in California, my passion for food is never-ending.  Turning on my oven to bake something for friends and family is my happy place, and I am glad to be here at One Hot Oven sharing both sweet and savory family-friendly recipes for your cooking and baking inspiration.

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    1. D

      July 07, 2022 at 10:30 am

      How is the iceberg lettuce cleaned? after cut into wedges. Iceberg (as we as many lettuces) have bugs. Also do you have a caesar dressing recipe?

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        July 07, 2022 at 4:43 pm

        This answer is in the FAQ's but you simply run the cut wedges under cold water keeping them intact. Then place the wedges cut side down on paper towels so they will drain. You can also use a vegetable wash and immerse the wedges in the solution and then rinse and drain them on the paper towels.

        Reply
    2. Shelby

      June 21, 2022 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      A summer classic for those super warm nights! I love that there was only five ingredients!

      Reply
    3. Angela

      June 21, 2022 at 9:39 am

      5 stars
      The kids loved chopping the big wedges and drizzling on their own dressing. I did have to help with the bacon bits or else they would take them all. This was a great summer salad recipe that we could all help make.

      Reply
    4. Claire

      June 20, 2022 at 9:12 pm

      5 stars
      This was so easy to make! And yet sort of looked fancy!
      I used more bacon than you suggested because more bacon is always a good idea 😉
      My husband said I should make it every Saturday! And that is from a man who think salad is "rabbit food"!!!! So high praise.
      Thank you

      Reply
    5. Tristin

      June 12, 2022 at 8:06 pm

      5 stars
      This Caesar salad wedge was so simple to make and it made a great side salad.

      Reply
    6. Debbie

      June 12, 2022 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      This Cesar Salad Wedge is my new favorite salad. The dressing is the perfect addition to the crisp lettuce and the crisp bacon adds the perfect touch. I will make this over and over.

      Reply
    7. Kim

      June 12, 2022 at 2:38 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! Made this wedge salad for a dinner party. It was so easy and classy! Everyone loved the Caesar and bacon combo

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        June 17, 2022 at 7:26 pm

        These salad wedges are always a hit when I have a crowd to serve.

        Reply
    8. Hayley

      June 12, 2022 at 12:12 pm

      5 stars
      I love the idea of lettuce wedges - I made your recipe over the weekend and it was so easy to put together yet tasted great!

      Reply
    9. Tammy

      June 10, 2022 at 12:07 pm

      It's been a long time since I've had a Caesar salad but its so refreshing and perfect for summer. The wedge cut is such an elegant way to serve it too.

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        June 17, 2022 at 7:27 pm

        With the crispy wedges, this does make a refreshing salad.

        Reply
    10. Ann

      June 07, 2022 at 6:35 am

      5 stars
      This looks wonderful! I love a wedge salad - makes it feel like you are eating way more! Love the idea of adding bacon on the top!

      Reply
    11. Freya

      June 07, 2022 at 12:14 am

      5 stars
      I loved serving this wedge salad for a family get together recently, it was so popular and I just left the bacon off for veggie guests

      Reply
    12. Veronika

      June 06, 2022 at 8:39 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a smart way to serve caesar salad to a crowd I love it! Making these wedges tomorrow for our bbq party, can't wait!

      Reply
    13. Gloria

      June 06, 2022 at 11:16 am

      5 stars
      Our go-to salad by far. Love it with bacon. We often turn it into a dinner salad by adding shrimp or chicken on top.

      Reply
    14. Bernice

      June 06, 2022 at 9:36 am

      There's a local restaurant that serves their caesar salad just like this and I LOVE it! Now I'm super excited I can make it at home using your recipe. Thank you!

      Reply

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