Description
Crisp iceberg lettuce wedges served with a creamy, tangy homemade ranch dressing made from buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, and fresh herbs. This simple appetizer or side dish offers a refreshing crunch balanced with rich, flavorful dressing perfect for light meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ranch Dressing
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole egg mayonnaise (if using regular mayonnaise, omit the lemon juice)
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp dried dill
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp table salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Salad
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 6 – 8 wedges
- Chives, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Ranch Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk, sour cream, whole egg mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, finely chopped fresh chives, table salt, and black pepper. Whisk all ingredients together thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Chill the Dressing: Transfer the prepared ranch dressing into a jug or container, then refrigerate it until ready to serve. Cooling the dressing allows the flavors to meld and enhances its taste.
- Prepare the Lettuce Wedges: Cut the head of iceberg lettuce into 6 to 8 wedges, keeping the core intact to hold the wedge shape. Arrange the wedges neatly onto serving plates.
- Serve: Plate the iceberg lettuce wedges with the chilled ranch dressing served on the side for dipping. Optionally, sprinkle finely chopped chives over the wedges for added color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- For a lighter variation, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, add 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1/2 cup milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- The recipe yields enough dressing to generously coat or dip the wedges; adjust quantities if preparing for a larger group.
- Keep the lettuce dry before cutting to preserve crispness.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Iceberg lettuce wedges, homemade ranch dressing, easy appetizer, no cook salad, creamy dressing, fresh herbs, light appetizer
