Green Goddess Wedge Salad
This Green Goddess Wedge Salad is crisp, cool, and luxuriously herby. Crunchy iceberg wedges are draped in a vibrant green goddess dressing made with fresh herbs, lemon, and Greek yogurt—non-spicy, refreshing, and perfect as a starter or light meal with protein.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Salad
1 large head iceberg lettuce, quartered into wedges
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, finely diced
¼ cup thinly sliced radishes
2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds or almonds
Green Goddess Dressing
½ cup Greek yogurt (or mayo for classic)
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 small garlic clove
¼ cup fresh parsley
2 tbsp fresh basil
2 tbsp fresh chives or scallions
1 tbsp fresh dill or tarragon
Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1–3 tbsp water
Optional Add-ins
Avocado slices
Crumbled feta or shaved Parmesan
Grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas
Instructions
Prepare the Lettuce
Remove outer leaves, rinse well, and pat dry.
Cut into 4 neat wedges, keeping the core intact.
Blend the Dressing
In a blender or food processor, combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth and bright green.
Thin with water to a pourable consistency.
Assemble
Place lettuce wedges on a platter or individual plates.
Spoon dressing generously over each wedge.
Finish
Top with tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, and seeds.
Add optional avocado or cheese if using. Serve immediately.
Notes & Tips
Use very cold iceberg for maximum crunch.
Adjust herbs to taste—basil + parsley is classic, dill adds freshness.
Keep dressing thick for wedges; thin it for tossed salads.
Naturally mild and refreshing—great for sensitive palates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the dressing ahead?
Yes—refrigerate up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Can I make it vegan?
Yes—use vegan yogurt or mayo.
How do I turn this into a main dish?
Add grilled chicken, salmon, or roasted chickpeas on top.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal
Protein: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fat: 18 g
Fiber: 3 g