Bibb Lettuce Salad Recipe

Name: Bibb Lettuce Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons); 1 shallot, peeled and finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon); 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Black pepper, freshly cracked; 3/4 cup fresh dill; 3/4 cup chervil leaves; 3/4 cup tarragon leaves; 3/4 cup Italian parsley leaves; 1/2 cup chives, finely chopped; 2 or 3 heads of Bibb lettuce, washed and dried, leaves separated and kept intact; 1/4 cup pale green celery leaves (optional); Fleur de sel or kosher salt; Pulled Croutons

Servings: persons

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
1 shallot, peeled and finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Black pepper, freshly cracked
3/4 cup fresh dill
3/4 cup chervil leaves
3/4 cup tarragon leaves
3/4 cup Italian parsley leaves
1/2 cup chives, finely chopped
2 or 3 heads of Bibb lettuce, washed and dried, leaves separated and kept intact
1/4 cup pale green celery leaves (optional)
Fleur de sel or kosher salt
Pulled Croutons

1
ASSEMBLE THE SALAD In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and shallot and allow them to sit for 10 minutes.
2
Whisk in the olive oil, salt and pepper.
3
Adjust the lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste.
4
Set aside 1/4 cup of each of the dill, chervil, tarragon and parsley leaves.
5
Finely chop the remaining herbs and toss them with the chives and celery leaves.
6
ASSEMBLE THE SALAD Place about a quarter of the lettuce leaves, slightly overlapping, on a large platter, and drizzle a few tablespoons of the dressing over them.
7
Evenly scatter a quarter of the chopped herbs, a quarter of the whole herb leaves, a handful of pulled croutons and a sprinkling of the fleur de sel over the lettuce.
8
Pile a second layer of lettuce leaves over the first, and continue layering in the same manner until you have used all the lettuce, dressing, herbs, and croutons, finishing with a sprinkle of herbs and fleur de sel.
9
Squeeze a little more lemon juice over the top and several grindings of pepper, as well.
10
Garnish with a few more croutons and serve.

163

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons), 1 shallot, peeled and finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon), 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Bibb Lettuce Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bibb Lettuce Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions