Description
BLT Salad is a vibrant twist on the classic Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato sandwich, offering a refreshing meal or side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This salad features crunchy Romaine lettuce, juicy grape tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crispy bacon, all drizzled with a light and zesty yogurt dressing. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that’s not only quick but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or looking for a healthy weeknight dinner option, the BLT Salad is sure to impress with its fresh flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 head Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped (about 8 cups)
- 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 large ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced
- 2 cups homemade croutons
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, milk, lemon juice, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (about 8-12 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped Romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, sliced avocado, croutons, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Chop the cooked bacon and add it to the salad mix. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg