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Wedge Salad on a Stick

Wedge Salad on a Stick: Easy Bacon-Wrapped Appetizer Bliss

Delight your guests with this Wedge Salad on a Stick, a quick, low-carb, gluten-free appetizer packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 bites
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wedges
  • 8 wedges Iceberg lettuce Crisp and refreshing base
  • 4 slices Cooked bacon Cut in half, can substitute turkey bacon
  • 8 pieces Grape tomatoes Can substitute with cherry tomatoes
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces Bamboo toothpicks Use small skewers for sturdier support
For the Dressing
  • 8 teaspoons Blue cheese salad dressing Or ranch dressing as a milder alternative
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled blue cheese Use more to taste or substitute with feta

Equipment

  • Bamboo toothpicks

Method
 

How to Make Wedge Salad on a Stick
  1. Prepare the Wedges: Start by cutting 8 (1-inch) wedges of crisp iceberg lettuce.
  2. Cut the Bacon: Slice the cooked bacon strips in half, ensuring they are crispy.
  3. Assemble the Skewers: On each bamboo toothpick, thread one lettuce wedge, half a piece of bacon, and one grape tomato.
  4. Arrange on Platter: Neatly place the assembled toothpicks on a serving platter.
  5. Drizzle the Dressing: Add 1 teaspoon of blue cheese salad dressing over each bite and sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese.
  6. Serve Immediately: Enjoy right away for the best texture and flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper for added flavor. Ensure bacon is crispy for the best texture. Drizzle dressing just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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