Butter Lettuce Salad

This Butter Lettuce Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing is my go-to for fresh, feel-good meals. Crisp lettuce, charred corn, crispy prosciutto, and a creamy herb-packed dressing make it irresistible.

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A plate and platter of lettuce wraps filled with grilled corn, radishes, prosciutto, and grated cheese are arranged on a table with bowls of grilled corn, prosciutto, and scattered radish slices.

Why This Recipe Works

This Butter Lettuce Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing has become a total staple at my house! Here’s why it works so well:

Fresh, Light, and Flavorful: Butter lettuce, radishes, and charred corn bring a crisp, sweet freshness that makes every bite feel like spring. It’s great for when the weather starts warming up, like my Garlic Parmesan Asparagus.
Dreamy Creamy Dressing: The dill dressing is rich, tangy, and loaded with herbs – it’s the kind of dressing you’ll want to put on everything. Another tasty tangy dressing is this Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing.
Crispy, Salty Toppings: Broiled prosciutto adds the perfect savory crunch and keeps the salad feeling light but still totally satisfying.
Easy to Build, Fun to Eat: It’s quick to assemble, gorgeous on a platter, and basically begs to be the star of your next summer meal or gathering.

A plate of butter lettuce cups filled with grilled corn, sliced radishes, prosciutto bits, shredded cheese, and creamy dressing.

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Ingredients

Butter Lettuce – The star of our salad, butter lettuce is known for its tender, cup-shaped leaves, which provide the perfect base for the rest of the ingredients.
Creamy Dill Dressing – This dressing is what takes our salad to the next level. Made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, heavy cream, lemon, Dijon mustard, and dill, it’s creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh, herby flavors.
Fresh Corn – The kernels of sweet corn add a pop of juicy sweetness and a slight smokiness, thanks to being charred.
Prosciutto – I love the salty, savory flavor that prosciutto adds to this salad. It’s a delicious contrast to the creamy dressing and the sweet corn.
Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese – It adds a salty, nutty flavor that brings all the ingredients together.

For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below.

Instructions

Overhead shot of creamy dill dressing for butter lettuce salad.

Overhead shot of grilled corn to make butter lettuce salad.

Make the Dressing: In a jar or bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice and zest, Dijon, grated garlic, dill, and kosher salt until smooth.
Char the Corn: Set the corn cobs over a gas burner on high (or under a broiler) and roast, turning occasionally, until charred all over, about 4 minutes.

Overhead shot of prosciutto in a baking dish ready to be broiled to make butter lettuce salad.

Hands shredding crispy prosciutto on a baking tray to make butter lettuce salad.

Crisp the Prosciutto: Place prosciutto slices on a baking sheet in a single layer and broil on high until golden, about 1–2 minutes. Flip and broil for another minute until crispy.
Crumble the Prosciutto: Remove the prosciutto from the oven, transfer to a plate, and crumble into bite-sized pieces.

A plate of butter lettuce leaves surrounded by bowls of grilled corn, homemade creamy dill dressing, sliced radishes, crispy prosciutto, and parmesan cheese.

Creamy dill dressing being drizzled on butter lettuce cups to make butter lettuce salad.

Assemble the Salad: Arrange the lettuce on a large platter or in a salad bowl.
Drizzle Dressing: Drizzle some dressing on top of each lettuce cup.

Prosciutto bits added on top of butter lettuce salad with sliced radishes, grilled corn, and creamy dill dressing.

Layer Corn, Prosciutto, and Radishes: Next, add some grilled corn kernels, crumbled prosciutto, and sliced radishes on top of each lettuce cup.
Sprinkle Parmesan: Finish off by sprinkling freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top and serve.

For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

Greens: Butter lettuce is our favorite for this salad, but feel free to use any other type of lettuce or mixed greens. Spinach would work great too.
Protein: Instead of prosciutto, try crispy bacon or pancetta. For a vegetarian option, grilled tofu or tempeh would be a delicious substitute.
Veggies: Try grilling or roasting the radishes for a different flavor. You can also add other veggies like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers.
Cheese: If you’re not a fan of Parmesan, feta cheese or goat cheese would be great substitutes.

What to Serve with Butter Lettuce Salad

Main Dishes

This butter lettuce salad is fresh, crisp, and pairs beautifully with so many mains. I love serving it alongside Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Vegetables or some Grilled Salmon Kabobs.
It’s also the perfect side for Pork Chop with Tarragon Sauce or some Steak Bites and Potatoes on a warm night.
For something lighter, it goes great with a piece of crusty bread and a bowl of Roasted Tomato Soup.

Other Sides

This butter lettuce salad fits right in with other easy sides, too. Try it next to Crispy Roast Potatoes, Garlic Parmesan Asparagus, or a platter of grilled vegetables.
We also like to serve it with homemade focaccia, corn on the cob, or a Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad when we’re hosting casual get-togethers.
During the spring and summer months, it’s perfect with fresh fruit platters, Watermelon Salad, or a light couscous dish.

Overhead shot of a half eaten butter lettuce salad with a fork and knife.

FAQs

What type of corn is best for this salad?

I recommend using fresh sweet corn on the cob for this salad. You can either grill it, boil it, or even use leftover corn on the cob. Canned or frozen corn won’t give you that same fresh, sweet, charred flavor, so I highly recommend using fresh corn.

Can I make the dressing ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can make the creamy dill dressing up to 3 days in advance. Simply store it in an airtight jar or container in the fridge. Give it a good shake or stir before using it on your salad.

How should I store leftover salad?

If you have any leftover salad, it’s best to store the lettuce and the other ingredients separately from the dressing. The assembled salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The dressing can be kept in a sealed container for up to 5 days. When ready to eat, simply toss the lettuce and other ingredients with the dressing.

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