BACON, LETTUCE AND TOMATO SALAD

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Crisp bacon makes this salad a real winner. I use turkey bacon with good success. Please don't try to substitute those artificial bacon bits in this recipe, it just won't work.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb bacon
1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
4 slices French bread, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 lb romaine lettuce, rinsed,dried,and torn into bite-size pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until it is crisp by your favorite method.
  • Crumble, and set it aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of the drippings in a small bowl.
  • Whisk together the reserved bacon drippings, mayonnaise, vinegar and basil and let dressing sit, covered, at room temperature while you finish making the salad.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, toss the bread pieces with the salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle with the oil, and cook, stirring constantly, until the croutons are crisp and golden brown.
  • In a large salad bowl mix together the romaine, tomatoes, bacon and croutons.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.8, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 1395.6, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 5, Protein 16.3

UnderTaleBro9
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This salad was okay. It wasn't as good as I was hoping it would be.


Nompumelelo Uchenna
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I've never had a BLT salad before, but I'm so glad I tried this one. It was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Natan suraphel
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This was a great salad! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It's a perfect summer salad.


Faiyyaz Jutt
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I'm not a big fan of bacon, but I really enjoyed this salad. The tomatoes and lettuce were very fresh and the dressing was very flavorful.


Tr Rahim
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bishal Tamang
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit. Everyone loved it!


muhamad jabbar
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This salad was very refreshing and light. It's a great summer salad.


Idris faisat
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I love BLT sandwiches, so I was excited to try this salad. It was really good, but I think I prefer the sandwich.


Naeem raja
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This salad was okay. It wasn't as good as I was hoping it would be.


Mukembo Bumali
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I've never had a BLT salad before, but I'm so glad I tried this one. It was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Ashlynne Singleton
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This was a great salad! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It's a perfect summer salad.


KARIUKI MBUGUA
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this salad. The bacon and lettuce were a great combination, and the dressing was very flavorful.


Camila 2022
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


MD NIBIR SHEIKH
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I've made this BLT salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend it!


pharoh degree
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This BLT salad was delicious! I used fresh, ripe tomatoes and crispy bacon, and the dressing was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.