Add a touch of magic to your Wicked dinner party with this playful and elegant twist on the classic wedge salad. The Emerald City Wedge Salad with a Broomstick combines fresh, crisp ingredients with the whimsy of a puff pastry broomstick, reminiscent of the flying witches from Wicked. It’s a fun and flavorful dish that will have your guests charmed from the very first bite. See this salad served on our Wicked dinner party.
In Wicked, flying broomsticks are a symbol of the witches’ power and freedom. This dish takes that iconic image and turns it into a delightful edible creation. The fresh wedge salad adds brightness and crunch, while the puff pastry broomstick adds whimsy and a savory element. It’s the perfect way to incorporate a bit of Elphaba’s world into your dinner party.
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, washed and cut into wedges (4-6 wedges per head)
- ¼ cup Green Goddess dressing
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, washed and halved
- ½ cup English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
- ¼ cup bacon bits (crispy)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- For the Puff Pastry Broomstick:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought), thawed
- 1 egg white, beaten
- Coarse salt
Directions
- Make the Puff Pastry Broomsticks:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F
- Lightly flour your board and rolling pin. Unfold the puff pastry sheet and cut along the fold to separate each sheet into three sections. One section will be used to make the handles, and one section will be used to make the bristles.The remaining section will not be used.
- Cut one section into handles (approximately 3 ½” x 1” lengths). Set aside.
- To make bristles, use a pizza cutter to make matchstick strips. Make 9 longer strips for the coil around the bristles.
- Twist the handle slightly. Arrange matchstick pieces around the base of the handle. Gently pinch. Wrap the longer stripe around the top of the bristles and pinch gently to adhere. Repeat until all nine broomsticks are assembled.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat with an egg wash and sprinkle coarse salt. Bake for 15 – 20 minutes or until golden.
- Place on a baking rack to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the Salad:
- Start by cutting the iceberg lettuce into wedges (4-6 per head depending on the size). Place the wedges on serving plates.
- Drizzle each wedge with dressing.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, Parmesan shavings, and crispy bacon bits.
- Assemble the Salads:
- Once the puff pastry broomsticks have cooled a bit, place one on each plate alongside the wedge salad.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the whimsical presentation!
Tips & Tricks
- Customization: Feel free to swap out the Parmesan cheese for feta or goat cheese. Consider avocado dressing as an alternative to Green Goddess.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare the puff pastry broomsticks in advance and store them in an airtight container for a day or two. The salad, however, is best assembled fresh just before serving.
The Wedge Salad with a Broomstick brings a playful, Wicked-inspired element to your table that’s both visually stunning and utterly delicious. Your guests will appreciate the creativity of the puff pastry broomsticks, while enjoying the fresh and flavorful salad. This is the perfect appetizer or side dish for your magical Wicked dinner party!
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