Description
BLT Salad is a delightful twist on the classic sandwich favorite, combining crispy bacon, fresh greens, ripe avocado, and juicy tomatoes into a satisfying dish. Perfect for lunches or as a side at gatherings, this vibrant salad is quick to prepare and easy to customize based on your preferences. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, it’s ideal for both casual meals and special occasions. Packed with nutrients from ingredients like Greek yogurt and avocado, this salad offers a healthy option without compromising on taste. Whip it up in just 25 minutes for a refreshing meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 mixing Greek yogurt, milk, lemon juice, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (8-12 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, halved tomatoes, sliced avocado, croutons, and thinly sliced red onion. Add chopped bacon and drizzle with dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg