Winter Wedge Salad

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Crisp iceberg lettuce wedges are sprinkled with festive pomegranate seeds and drizzled with a creamy dressing in this winter version of a classic wedge salad. We’ve switched out the usual blue cheese for goat cheese, while preserving the savory crumbled bacon on top as a tribute to the original. For a variation, try replacing the iceberg wedges with halved romaine hearts.

By
Craig Ruff
Craig Ruff
Craig Ruff
Craig Ruff was first exposed to professional food service while working for an event center at the business school he was attending. There, he was responsible for maintaining the kitchen for caterers. He has been a lifelong cook, and followed his passion through culinary school and to working in restaurants.
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

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a recipe photo of the Winter Wedge Salad
Photo:

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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the ingredients to make the Winter Wedge Salad

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,
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Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese

  • 1/4 cup whole-milk plain yogurt

  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

  • 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Salad

  • 2 center-cut bacon slices, chopped

  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 4 wedges

  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (see Tip)

  • 1/4 cup pomegranate arils

  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Directions

  1. To prepare dressing: Whisk goat cheese, yogurt, sour cream, buttermilk, 1 1/2 teaspoons chives, thyme, parsley, lemon juice and salt in a medium bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

    a step in making the Winter Wedge Salad

    Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,

  2. To prepare salad: Cook bacon in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.

    a step in making the Winter Wedge Salad

    Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,

  3. Pour about 1/4 cup dressing onto each lettuce wedge. Sprinkle each wedge evenly with bacon, walnuts, pomegranate arils, goat cheese and chives.

    a step in making the Winter Wedge Salad

    Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,

Tip

For the best flavor, toast nuts before using in a recipe. To toast chopped nuts, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes.

To make ahead

Refrigerate dressing (Step 1) in an airtight container for up to 3 days; whisk before using and loosen with water, if needed.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

221 Calories
16g Fat
10g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 wedge & 1/4 cup dressing
Calories 221
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 12g 24%
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Vitamin A 145µg
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 1mg 3%
Folate 60µg
Vitamin K 45µg
Sodium 420mg 18%
Calcium 133mg 10%
Iron 2mg 8%
Magnesium 35mg 8%
Potassium 372mg 8%
Zinc 1mg 10%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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