Frozen Lettuce Recipe

Name: Frozen Lettuce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head iceberg lettuce; 3 garlic cloves; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 egg yolk; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon white miso; 1 tablespoon grated onion; 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan; 1 tablespoon anchovy paste; 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard; 1 lemon, zested; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon crumbled goat cheese; Annatto seeds, for garnish, optional; Small croutons, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 head iceberg lettuce
3 garlic cloves
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white miso
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon anchovy paste
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 lemon, zested
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon crumbled goat cheese
Annatto seeds, for garnish, optional
Small croutons, for garnish

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I'd be willing to wager you've never had a salad like this one, and neither have your guests.
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It's sort of a whimsical play on Caesar salad that defies expectations.
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Whatever you think of it, this is guaranteed to be a conversation piece.
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Quarter the lettuce and wrap the pieces in plastic or seal in a covered container and freeze for 1 to 2 hours.
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In a small saucepan of boiling water, cook the garlic cloves for 5 minutes; drain.
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Mince the garlic.
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In a small bowl, whisk the oil into the egg yolk.
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Whisk in the garlic, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, miso, grated onion, Parmesan, anchovy paste, mustard, and lemon zest.
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Season the dressing with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Fold in the crumbled goat cheese.
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Place the frozen lettuce on 4 chilled plates.
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Spoon the dressing over the lettuce and garnish with a sprinkling of annatto seeds and croutons.
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Serve immediately.

560

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.

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head iceberg lettuce, 3 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Frozen Lettuce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Frozen Lettuce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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