Best Bibb Lettuce Salad Recipes

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD

Steps:

• Carefully cut out the core from each head of lettuce and separate the leaves, but keep each head of lettuce together; discard any tough outer leaves. Because each head of lettuce will be reassembled, the easiest way to work is with one head at a time. First, place the leaves in a bowl of cold water to refresh them and remove any dirt, then lift out and spin-dry in a salad spinner.
• Place the leaves from a single head of lettuce in a bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, a few grinds of pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the shallots and chives, and 1 tablespoon each of the parsley, tarragon, and chervil. Then toss gently with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Repeat with the remaining heads.
• For each serving, arrange the outer lettuce leaves as a base on the plate and rebuild each head of lettuce, ending with the smallest, most tender leaves.

BIBB LETTUCE, CHICKEN, AND CHERRY SALAD WITH CREAMY HORSERADISH DRESSING

Steps:

• Make the dressing:
• Purée mayonnaise, lime juice, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Set aside.
• Make the salad:
• Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Add panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and cayenne and transfer to paper towels; let cool.
• Combine chicken, lettuce, cherries, radishes, half of the panko, and half of the chives in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining breadcrumbs and chives.
• Do Ahead
• The dressing can be chilled for up to 2 days.

TOMATO AND BIBB LETTUCE SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the mayonnaise and vinegar in a medium bowl with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Whisk in the olive oil and parsley.
• Arrange the lettuce leaves on a large platter and top with the tomatoes, onions and olives. Drizzle with some of the vinaigrette and serve.

TOMATO AND BACON SALAD IN BIBB LETTUCE CUPS

Steps:

• In a bowl toss together tomatoes, bacon , onion, oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves and sprinkle with shredded basil.
• Serve lettuce cups on a platter garnished with basil sprigs.

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH HORSERADISH DRESSING

Steps:

• Place eggs in a small pot, and cover with cold water by 1 1/2 inches. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Cover, and let stand for 12 minutes. Rinse with cold water, peel, and chop.
• Combine horseradish, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Arrange lettuce on a serving platter,sprinkle with chopped egg, and drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

MUSHROOM, RADISH, AND BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING

Steps:

• Make dressing:
• Pit and peel avocado and mash enough to measure 1/4 cup. In a blender purée mashed avocado with remaining dressing ingredients until smooth.
• Discard any discolored lettuce leaves. Separately cut mushrooms and radishes into thin slices. In a small bowl combine mushrooms and 2 tablespoons dressing and toss to coat. Divide lettuce among 6 salad bowls or plates and top with mushrooms, radishes, and parsley. Drizzle salads with some remaining dressing.

TOMATO AND BACON SALAD IN BIBB LETTUCE CUPS

Steps:

• In a bowl toss together tomatoes, bacon, onion, oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves and sprinkle with shredded basil.
• Serve lettuce cups on a platter garnished with basil sprigs.

BIBB LETTUCE AND CELERY-LEAF SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together vinegar, shallot, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add oils in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Toss lettuce and celery leaves with just enough vinaigrette to coat in a large bowl.

BIBB LETTUCE, PARSLEY, AND MINT SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together lemon juice, oils, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss lettuce, herbs, and cucumber with just enough dressing to coat.

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS, ORANGES, AND FETA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325°F. Scatter nuts on rimmed baking sheet. Add 2 tablespoons water and sugar; toss until sugar dissolves and syrup coats nuts. Roast until water evaporates and nuts are crisp, stirring once, about 15 minutes. Cool on sheet.
• Whisk vinegar, orange peel, and mustard in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in walnut and olive oils. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
• Combine lettuce and cheese in large bowl. Cut peel and pith off oranges. Cut between membranes, releasing orange segments. Add segments and walnuts to salad. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve, passing remaining dressing.

BIBB LETTUCE, AVOCADO, AND DRIED CRANBERRY SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk oil, vinegar, orange juice, and mustard in small bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
• Place 3 lettuce leaves on each of 4 plates. Arrange sliced avocados and cranberries atop lettuce. Using vegetable peeler, shave cheese and sprinkle atop each salad. Drizzle salads with dressing.

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH PERSIMMONS AND CANDIED PECANS

Steps:

• Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper.
• Mound lettuce in center of 8 plates. Top each with persimmon slices, then drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with cheese and Candied Pecans.

BIBB LETTUCE, WATERCRESS, AND RADISH SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk vinegar, mustard, and tarragon in bowl to blend. Whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Combine lettuce, watercress, green onions, and radishes in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat and serve. TEST-KITCHEN TIP: To keep watercress fresh for up to three days, store in the refrigerator in a deep bowl with the leafy tops submerged in cold water - yes, upside down. Drain well before using.

BIBB LETTUCE, CHICKEN, AND CHERRY SALAD WITH CREAMY HORSERADISH DRESSING

Steps:

• Make the dressing:
• Purée mayonnaise, lime juice, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Set aside.
• Make the salad:
• Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Add panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and cayenne and transfer to paper towels; let cool.
• Combine chicken, lettuce, cherries, radishes, half of the panko, and half of the chives in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining breadcrumbs and chives.
• Do Ahead
• The dressing can be chilled for up to 2 days.

SHRIMP AND CORN SALAD IN BIBB LETTUCE CUPS

Steps:

• Bring shrimp shells, corncobs, onion, orange zest, bay leaf, peppercorns, water, and wine to a simmer in a large pot. Cook for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve; discard solids. Return liquid to pot, and bring to a boil. Add shrimp and corn kernels, and cook until shrimp are opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Strain, reserving 1 tablespoon cooking liquid. Refrigerate until chilled, up to 2 hours.
• Whisk together reserved poaching liquid, oil, and vinegar in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Juice 1 orange half into bowl. Add shrimp and corn, and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, 10 to 15 minutes.
• Arrange lettuce leaves on each of 4 plates. Top with a scoop of shrimp-corn mixture. Top with avocado and mint, and drizzle with juices from bowl. Juice remaining orange half over tops, and season with salt.

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH RADISHES AND PINE NUTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; place pine nuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in oven, tossing once, until golden, 6 to 7 minutes (remove and let cool).
• In a serving bowl, toss together lettuce, radishes, and pine nuts.
• Whisk together dressing ingredients OR place them in a lidded glass jar and shake to combine.
• Drizzle salad with 6 tablespoons of the dressing and toss well; grind addition black pepper over top, if desired (looks pretty).

BIBB LETTUCE SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine lettuce, onion, blueberries, and walnuts.
• Drizzle with half of the Blueberry Vinaigrette, tossing to coat.
• Serve remaining vinaigrette on the side.
• To prepare Blueberry Vinaigrette:.
• In the work bowl of a food processor, combine all ingredients.
• Pulse until smooth.
• Refrigerate until serving time.