Grilled BLT Wedge Salad with Ranch Dressing

This Grilled BLT Wedge Salad puts a fresh, smoky spin on a summer classic, featuring lightly grilled Tanimura & Antle Iceberg Lettuce that stays crisp with just a hint of char. Juicy heirloom tomatoes, smoky bacon, and Tanimura & Antle Artisan® Sweet Red Onion deliver the timeless BLT flavor, all brought together with a creamy homemade buttermilk ranch dressing for a salad that’s equally perfect for casual weeknight meals or effortless entertaining.

Ingredients

1 large or 2 small Tanimura & Antle Iceberg Lettuce heads, cored and halved (or quartered if large)
1 Tanimura & Antle Artisan® Sweet Red Onion, thinly sliced
2–3 heirloom tomatoes, quartered
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Olive oil for grilling

For the Ranch Dressing:

½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
¾ cup buttermilk
1 Tbsp granulated onion
1 Tbsp minced garlic
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
½ Tbsp finely chopped cilantro
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper

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4 Servings

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15 min Prep

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8-10 min Cook

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25 min Total

Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Ranch Dressing

In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Whisk until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Step 2: Prep the Grill

Preheat your grill or a grill pan over high heat. While it heats, core and cut the Iceberg Lettuce. Brush the cut sides lightly with olive oil to help achieve that perfect char.

Step 3: Prepare the Pico de Gallo

Place the lettuce wedges cut-side down on the hot grill. Grill for about 2 minutes on the cut side only – just until lightly charred but still crisp. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4: Build the Salad

Arrange grilled wedges on a platter or individual plates. Top with quartered tomatoes, thinly sliced Artisan Sweet Red Onion, crumbled bacon.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

Drizzle generously with your homemade ranch dressing. Garnish with extra herbs or black pepper if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp freshness of Tanimura & Antle Iceberg Lettuce paired with smoky bacon and creamy ranch – a refreshing take on a timeless favorite.