Wedge Salad Lettuce Wraps with Avocado

If you love a classic wedge salad but don’t always love committing to a giant slab of iceberg, these little lettuce cups are for you. They’ve got everything we crave—crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, creamy blue cheese, and buttery avocado—just served up in fresh, crunchy lettuce leaves that are easy to grab, share, and enjoy. Think of them as the laid-back, party-friendly cousin of the traditional wedge.

They pair beautifully with grilled mains, burgers, or a simple soup, and they’re easy to prep ahead.

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What You’ll Need

This is one of those recipes that feels a little fancy but uses very familiar ingredients. Grab what you love, swap where needed, and don’t overthink it.

• Lettuce: One head of iceberg lettuce, pulled apart into sturdy cups

  (Butter lettuce or romaine hearts work just as well if that’s what you have.)

• Avocados: Two ripe avocados, diced or sliced—go with whatever feels easiest.

• Bacon: 6–8 slices, cooked until very crispy and crumbled. This is not the time for soft bacon.

• Tomatoes:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • or 2 Roma tomatoes, diced

• Cheese:

  About ½ cup blue cheese crumbles. (Not a blue cheese fan? Feta is a great, milder swap.)

• Dressing: ½ cup thick blue cheese dressing or ranch—use the one your family already loves.

• Optional extras (but highly encouraged):

  • Thinly sliced red onion

  • Chopped chives

  • Toasted walnuts or pecans for a little crunch

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How It comes Together

Nothing complicated here—just simple steps that come together quickly.

• Prep the lettuce:

  • Peel off the outer leaves, cut the head in half, and remove the core.

  • Gently separate the leaves into cup-shaped pieces.

  • Wash and dry really well (dry lettuce = better texture and less sogginess).

   

• Cook the bacon:

  • Fry until deeply crispy, then let it cool and crumble into bite-size pieces.

   

• Prep the toppings:

  • Dice or slice the avocados.

  • Halve the tomatoes (or dice, if using Romas).

  • Slice the onion if you’re using it.

   

• Assemble:

  • Arrange the lettuce cups on a platter.

  • Divide the avocado, tomatoes, bacon, and blue cheese evenly among them.

   

• Dress & finish:

  • Drizzle 1–2 tablespoons of dressing over each cup.

  • Sprinkle with chives or nuts, if using.

  • Serve right away—add toothpicks if you want these extra party-friendly.

Tips

• • Keep it cold: Chill the lettuce until the very last minute for that perfect crunch.

  • Prevent browning: Toss avocado pieces with a little lemon or lime juice before assembling.

  • Boost the classic “wedge” flavor. For a quick, extra-creamy homemade dressing, stir together:

    • ½ cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise

    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • Blue cheese crumbles

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Perfect for Entertaining

These lettuce cups are a dream for casual entertaining. Arrange them on a big platter, set out extra dressing on the side, and let guests grab one (or three). They pair beautifully with grilled mains, burgers, or a simple soup, and they’re easy to prep ahead—just keep everything chilled and assemble right before serving. Simple, fresh, and a little bit fancy without the fuss.

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Wedge Salad Lettuce Wraps with Avocado

Ingredients

• 1 head lettuce separated into large cups(Romaine, Butter or iceberg lettuce)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved (or 2 Roma tomatoes diced)
• 6-8 slices, cooked until very crispy and crumbled or whole
• 2 ripe avocados (sliced or diced)
• 1/2 cup thick blue cheese dressing or ranch
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (feta works too)

Instructions

1. Remove the outer leaves of the lettuce head. Remove the core.

2. Gently separate the leaves into cups that will hold filling.

3. Wash and dry them thoroughly. Set aside.

4. Fry the bacon until very crispy, then cool and crumble or use full slices.

5. Slice the avocado.

6. Halve the tomatoes.

7. Slice the onion if using.

8. Lay out the lettuce cups on a platter.

9. Divide the avocado chunks, tomatoes, bacon, and blue cheese crumbles evenly among the lettuce leaves.

10. Drizzle 1–2 tablespoons of blue cheese or ranch dressing over each cup.

11. Top with chives and nuts if desired.

12. Serve immediately. You can secure wraps with toothpicks of needed.