Salad Bar Salad with Creamy Italian Dressing Recipe

Name: Salad Bar Salad with Creamy Italian Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 to 2 cloves garlic; Salt; 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh chives; 3 fresh basil leaves; 1 cup (real) mayonnaise; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan; Cayenne pepper, as needed; Paprika, as needed; Worcestershire sauce, as needed; 2 iceberg heads, cut into chunks; 1/2 cup grated Cheddar; 2 carrots, shredded; 1 cucumber, sliced; 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

Servings: persons

1 to 2 cloves garlic
Salt
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 tablespoon fresh chives
3 fresh basil leaves
1 cup (real) mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
Cayenne pepper, as needed
Paprika, as needed
Worcestershire sauce, as needed
2 iceberg heads, cut into chunks
1/2 cup grated Cheddar
2 carrots, shredded
1 cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup sunflower seeds

1
For the dressing: Mince the garlic with a knife and then sprinkle about 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of salt on it and mash it into a paste with a fork.
2
Chop the parsley, chives and basil very finely and add to the garlic.
3
In a bowl, combine the garlic mixture, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, cayenne, paprika and Worcestershire, tasting frequently and adjusting the seasonings as needed.
4
Chill for a couple of hours before serving.
5
Thin with a little milk before using if desired.
6
For the salad: To assemble, layer chunks of the iceberg lettuce on a platter.
7
In lines, lay on the grated cheese, shredded carrots and cucumber slices, and sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the top.
8
Drizzle on the dressing and serve.

727

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* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 to 2 cloves garlic, Salt, 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, 1 tablespoon fresh chives, and more.

Yes, Salad Bar Salad with Creamy Italian Dressing 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!

Salad Bar Salad with Creamy Italian Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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