Wedge salad dressing

Wedge salad dressing is a creamy, rich dressing traditionally served over a wedge of iceberg lettuce, often accompanied by bacon, blue cheese, and tomatoes. It is a classic American steakhouse staple, with its origins tied to the mid-20th century's love for hearty, indulgent salads.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dressing is typically high in fat and calories, with minimal protein and carbohydrates. It provides a good source of calcium and phosphorus from its dairy base, with a rough calorie count of 150-200 calories per 2-tablespoon serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	170 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	1 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	320 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Phosphorus	25 mg
Vitamin A	15 mcg RAE
Vitamin K	4 mcg
Sodium	320 mg
Cholesterol	10 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the wedge salad with its signature dressing is an icon of classic American diner and steakhouse cuisine, symbolizing a no-nonsense, satisfying meal. Nutritionally, its high-fat content from ingredients like mayonnaise and blue cheese makes it a very energy-dense condiment.