Fresh, crunchy, and irresistibly flavorful, this BLT salad is an all-time favorite.
Packed with fresh veggies, juicy tomatoes, crumbled bacon and cheese, it delivers classic BLT sandwich delight in every bite.
Drizzle with a creamy herbal dressing and enjoy as a light lunch or side dish for dinner.
An easy favorite salad
- Enjoy the traditional BLT sandwich in a refreshing salad form.
- Fresh and crunchy, salty and smoky, it’s a snap to make, perfect for busy weeknights.
- It can be served as a main meal or as a side dish, and the ingredients are easy to customize to suit your taste.
- The dressing is creamy and full of herbs, but only needs one few ingredients and a shake in a mason jar.
- It is natural low carbohydrates You can easily top it with grilled chicken if you like – the perfect dinner in the warmer months.
BLT salad ingredients
Anything that fits in a regular BLT sandwich can be made into a salad! All you need are a few easy-to-find ingredients.
- lettuce: Iceberg and romaine lettuce form the base of this salad and have a rich bite
- Parsely: Two tablespoons, chopped. For a touch of freshness.
- tomatoes: Slice a fresh tomato or use halved cherry tomatoes for a sweet and juicy pop.
- bacon: For best flavor, if time permits, cook your own bacon (we place it on a rimmed baking sheet and bake the bacon in the oven). If you’re short on time, use real bacon bits, but crisp them up in the microwave first. Substitute turkey bacon if you like.
- Green Onions: We love the savory flavor they impart; If you like, replace them with thinly sliced red onions.
- Cheese: Choose blue cheese, cheddar or feta – take your pick!
Feel free to add avocado, a slice or two of hard-boiled eggs, or maybe a handful of croutons.
How to prepare a BLT salad
- Place the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake to combine.
- Place the chopped lettuce in a bowl and top with the remaining ingredients according to the recipe below.
- Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.
To prep, place the salad in a ziplock bag or container and place the dressing in a separate container to prepare when it’s time to enjoy.
Dressing for BLT salad
The tangy dressing compliments the bacon and tomato flavors in this salad. It’s also great as a dip for fresh veggies!
store leftovers
Leftover BLT salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days if stored in a covered container.
Just freshen up the flavor with a little more salt and pepper and serve! BLT Salad tastes perfect in a wrap or on a toasted ciabatta bun!
Our favorite salads
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BLT lettuce
This BLT salad is quick and easy to make with all the classic BLT sandwich flavors we love!
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Place the salad in a large bowl and top with the remaining ingredients.
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In a mason jar with a lid, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk or milk, lemon juice, sugar, onion powder, dill, and garlic powder. Shake well and season with salt and pepper.
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Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix well. Serve immediately.
- Use pre-cooked bacon or cook some in the oven.
- Wash lettuce, shake dry and refrigerate up to 3 days in advance.
- If you’re using store-bought dressings, ranch or blue cheese go well with this.
Optional additions
Diced avocado
Chopped Boiled Eggs
Croutons
Calories: 486 | Carbohydrates: 10G | Protein: 14G | Fat: 44G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 15G | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 767mg | Potassium: 561mg | Fiber: 2G | Sugar: 6G | Vitamin A: 3872IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary depending on cooking method and brand of ingredients used.
course Lunch, main course, salad
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