Romaine Blue Cheese Wedge Salad a refreshing, easy summer dinner or side dish that comes together in a snap bring a fork and knife or chop it all up and devour in minutes!
I’ve always had a love affair with the wedge salad, maybe the explosive combo of blue cheese, bacon and a rich balsamic reduction, plus the fact that it’s so fast to make.
Slice off the perfect bite and savor the sharp, smoky, sweet flavors all in one distinct mouthful. Simple in execution and so complex in flavor, it’s salad Zen!
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What Blue Cheese Dressing is best for the wedge salad?
Make our Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing it only takes a few minutes to make and it’s so worth it!
How do I make Balsamic Reduction?
Another simple cooking technique that expands flavors exponentially with its sweet, thick drizzle of goodness. It only takes about 15 minutes and it’s so much healthier than pre-made reductions that are likely loaded with stabilizers, chemical colors, and emulsifiers. Pop it on the stove and bang out a new flavor sensation!
You don’t need to invest in high price Balsamic Vinegar to make this reduction. Choose a mid-range priced brand from the Modena region, such as Antica Italia Aged Italian Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, which is one of our favorites!
Add 1 cup of balsamic vinegar to a small pot and bring to a boil, reduce the temperature to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes. It will reduce by 1/3 to a 1/2 depending on how long you allow it to cook, the longer it reduces the thicker it will become.
Make your own Candied Pecans
Why? Because you can and they’re fabulous, especially combined with the tang of balsamic! And yes, they’re easy to make too! If you want to skip the added touch of sugar, then toss the pecans into a hot pan with some EVOO and a dash of Kosher sea salt, then roast till nutty and golden!
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How to Make Romaine Blue Cheese Wedge Salad
Romaine Blue Cheese Wedge Salad a refreshing, easy summer dinner or side dish that comes together in a snap bring a fork and knife or chop it all up and devour in minutes!
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce, sliced in half lengthwise + washed thoroughly
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 handful wild cherry tomatoes, sub regular cherry tomatoes
- 4 slices apple wood smoked bacon, sub your favorite
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) candied pecans, sub pan roasted
- Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing, drizzled to taste (recipe above + below)
- balsamic reduction, drizzled to taste
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Slice the Romaine lettuce lengthwise, wash and dry thoroughly. Plate the lettuce and top with red onions, cherry tomatoes, Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing, bacon, Candied Pecans (or Pan Roasted), and balsamic reduction.
- Prep time is approximate and does not include dressing, pecan, and balsamic reduction instructions. All easy steps that make a huge difference in the final dish!
If you’re not a huge fan of blue cheese, we won’t hold it against you, you can swap out the blue cheese dressing with our Buttermilk Ranch and get that great twang!
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50 comments
As I’ve gotten older, I have come to love blue cheese!! (I was always a “just ranch” kid!) Need to try this!
Hi, Brittany, it’s funny how our tastes change as we get older! I will tell you we have a ranch dressing recipe that may rock your salad world too! lol Thanks for stopping by to check it out 😊
That looks so delicious and healthy and yummy! Can you come cook for me j/k I need to try this recipe!
I’ll be happy to come and cook for you, Lisa! lol Thank you for stopping by to see our recipe creation! 😊
This looks yummy, Angela! I’ve saved the Buttermilk Blue Cheese dressing as well 🙂
Great, thanks so much Suzan! 😊
I had no idea it was that easy to make my own balsamic vinegar reduction. Thanks for the tip! This salad looks incredible!
Thank you, Malia, the reduction is so easy to make and you can use it in so many dishes!😊
I like how you have jump to Recipe at the top! I will try this it looks delicious!
Thanks, Joanne, so glad that you like the layout of our site too! 😊
this looks great and who is not a fan of blue cheese? I would drink it if I could get away with it!
Agreed, Angela we could do blue cheese shooters! lol Thank you for stopping by to check it out! 🥰
This looks so incredible – I will have to try your dressing and this recipe! I love wedge salads 🙂
Thanks so much for checking it out Michele! As simple as wedge salads are, they are always delicious and refreshing! 🥰
I made this last night and it was amazing!!!!!
Great to hear, Heather, so glad that it turned out amazing!!! 🤗
That looks amazing, Angela! I love blue cheese and may just have to try this! Your website keeps getting more awesome every time I come back to it. You are doing such a nice job!
Thank you, Ramae! So glad that you noticed that we did some sprucing up for spring, thank you so much for being a part of our kitchen! 🤗🤗🤗
That salad looks so good! Thank you for explaining how to make the dressing. I’ll have to try it!
Hi, Stacey, thanks so much so glad that you liked the recipe for the Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing too! 🤗
As usual, it looks amazing. I would love to know where you get wild cherry tomatoes!
Hi, Tricia, thanks so much! Actually, I got these little sweet tomatoes from a friend he says that he purchased the seeds from Pinetree Garden Seeds they have a great selection of other seeds too! 🤗
This looks amazing! I will have to make this.
Thank you, Lina!!!🤩
This is my absolute FAVORITE salad!! Your pictures have me wanting one today =) Great post and another recipe of yours I will be saving!
Thanks so much, Brittany!!! It’s one of my favorite salads too! 🥰🤩
OMG! This looks so amazing! I love blue cheese and wedge salads!
Thanks so much, Nissa, we appreciate you stopping by to check it out!🥰
You literally made my mouth water! LOL Making this tonight! This is something my kitchen challenged self can make!
Lol, then we’re doing our job, Jen! Thanks so much for stopping by to check it out!!!🤗🤗🤗
This looks DELISH! Thanks for sharing. I am going to definitely pin it for future use!
Thanks so much, Katie, we appreciate the pin too!! 😊
This looks delicious! I love the crunch and touch of sweet from the pecans!
Thanks, so much Michele, the sweet crunch from the pecans really helps set it off! 😊
I’m normally not a big fan of blue cheese, but I think I might be willing to try this. ❤
The great thing about recipes is that you can adjust them to your taste Kyndall! If you don’t care for blue cheese dressing, use your favorite dressing then you can’t go wrong! 🥰
Great recipe, can’t wait to try this.
Thanks, Lora, be sure to share a pic with us on our Facebook Page too!
I love blue cheese! I was hoping noone else liked it but apparently the kids love it too. We make lots of salads in the summer so this will be something we try.
Blue cheese is a serious favorite here too Pauline, please be sure to share some pics when you make some this summer! 😊
The balsamic reduction sounds like an incredible addition to this traditionally delicious salad!
Hi, Sharon! It’s a great addition and really works well with the buttermilk blue cheese dressing!😊
Once again, you got my mouth watering! I love a good wedge of lettuce with the right kind of toppings on it. And bacon – who can say no to bacon!?
Awww, thanks so much T.M! We are so glad that you enjoy our recipes and nope we can’t turn down bacon either! lol 🤗
Blue Cheese is one of my favorites and your salad looks amazing. Thanks for sharing it with Souper Sundays this week. 😉
Thanks so much, Deb, so glad that you liked it! 🤙
This looks AMAZING! I always order these at restaurants IMO it beats out burgers and fries every time! Thank you for sharing!!!
Agreed I love wedge salads to Robin, definitely beats a burger!
Thank you for the inspiration. I have made this twice now *with Beef Bacon and we love it. Never thought about doing a wedge salad at home!
Awesome I’m so happy that you’re enjoying it, Tricia! next time we’ll give it a go with the beef bacon too 🙂