Warm Bacon Dressing over Iceberg Wedge Salad

This simple dressing brings warm, smoky bacon flavor to a crisp iceberg wedge, making it the perfect comfort food salad. It’s quick to prepare and adds a delicious twist to your usual greens.

★★★★★5(6 reviews)Updated: Mar 31, 2026

Prep Time 15 min

Cook Time 15 min

Total Time 30 min

Difficulty Medium

Ingredients 0/7

1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and quartered 1 tomato, chopped 2 green onions, chopped 8 slices bacon 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar ½ cup red wine vinegar salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Why This Dish Is A Crowd Favorite

This salad combines crisp iceberg lettuce with a rich, savory bacon dressing that adds warmth and depth. The contrast of cool, crunchy greens and hot, smoky flavors makes each bite satisfying and comforting. It’s a perfect dish for gatherings or a simple weeknight meal.

Kitchen Tricks

- Use fresh bacon for the best smoky flavor and a crispy texture.
- Make sure to drain excess bacon fat if you want a lighter dressing.
- Serve the dressing warm to keep the salad vibrant and flavorful.

Step 1

Arrang the iceberg lettuce wedges on your plates, then scatter the tomato and green onion pieces over each one. Next, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning it now and then until it’s nicely browned—this should take about 10 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to some paper towels to drain and cool, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Using the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and whisk together the brown sugar, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper right in the pan. Keep stirring until the sugar dissolves and you have a smooth dressing. Mix the chopped bacon into the dressing, taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed. Finally, drizzle the warm bacon dressing over the lettuce wedges and serve right away.

Serving Ideas For Family Meals

Pair this salad with grilled chicken or steak for a hearty meal. Adding a sprinkle of blue cheese or chopped hard-boiled eggs can enhance the texture and taste. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispness of the lettuce with the warm dressing.

Storage & Reheating

Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Keep the iceberg wedges separate and assemble the salad just before serving to maintain freshness and crunch. Reheat the dressing gently before pouring it over the salad again.

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By Ayesha Khan

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