High-Protein Chopped Wedge Salad With Ground Beef And Bacon

Name: High-Protein Chopped Wedge Salad With Ground Beef and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon; 2 Roma tomatoes, diced; 1/2 lb lean ground beef; 1 tsp burger seasoning; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp yellow mustard; 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, chopped; 1/4 red onion, diced; 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles; 1 tbsp balsamic glaze

This high-protein chopped wedge salad combines seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, and blue cheese over iceberg lettuce for a hearty, restaurant-quality meal. It's quick to prepare and naturally low-carb, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

🌍American 🏷️Salad 🏷️Wedge salad 🏷️Chopped salad 🏷️Ground beef Bacon

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🏷️Blue cheese

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Total

35 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

8 slices bacon
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 tsp burger seasoning
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1/4 red onion, diced
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
1 tbsp balsamic glaze

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Instructions

1
Arrange bacon slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2
Bake the bacon in the oven until crispy. Set aside to cool.
3
Dice the Roma tomatoes. For a less watery salad, you can scoop out the seeds and pulp before dicing.
4
Add the ground beef to a hot skillet, breaking it into large chunks.
5
Sear the beef on both sides until nicely browned.
6
Season the beef with burger seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard.
7
Break the beef into smaller crumbles with a spatula and cook until no longer pink.
8
Once the bacon has cooled, chop it into small pieces.
9
To assemble the salad, start with a base of chopped iceberg lettuce in a bowl.
10
Top the lettuce with the cooked ground beef, diced tomatoes, and diced red onion.
11
Sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles and the chopped bacon.
12
Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cook bacon until crispy, then chop into small pieces to distribute evenly throughout the salad.
Brown ground beef in small pieces (not patties) so it distributes well when chopped into the salad.
Chop iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces rather than serving wedges — it's easier to eat and mixes better with toppings.
Add balsamic glaze just before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.

Substitutions

Blue cheese crumbles → Feta or gorgonzola (similar salty-tangy profile)
Balsamic glaze → Red wine vinaigrette or ranch dressing (changes flavor profile slightly)
Lean ground beef → Ground turkey or 93/7 beef (reduces fat content further)
Roma tomatoes → Cherry tomatoes halved (no change in prep time)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooked beef and bacon separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days; assemble salad fresh to maintain lettuce crispness.

Common Questions

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Prepare the components separately and assemble just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp. Store cooked beef and bacon in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

What can I substitute for blue cheese?

Crumbled feta, gorgonzola, or ranch dressing work well. For a milder option, use cheddar or goat cheese.

How do I cook the ground beef for this salad?

Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces. Add burger seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard while cooking until no pink remains.