Best 8 Bacon Swiss Romaine Salad Recipes

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Craving a delightful and refreshing salad that combines the savory flavors of smoky bacon, nutty Swiss cheese, and crisp romaine lettuce? Look no further! Our journey will explore the art of crafting the perfect bacon Swiss romaine salad, guiding you through a selection of tantalizing recipes that will elevate your culinary skills and impress your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets to creating this classic salad, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ROMAINE SALAD WITH BACON FAT DRESSING



Romaine Salad with Bacon Fat Dressing image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices thick-cut bacon
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon maple syrup
Freshly ground black pepper
2 hearts of romaine, halved
4 ounces blue cheese
1/2 cup dried cherries
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool, then chop. Add the vinegar to the same skillet with the bacon fat, followed by the Dijon, maple syrup and a few turns of pepper. Whisk together, heating over medium heat until emulsified, then turn off the heat.
  • To serve, place the romaine on a platter and sprinkle with the bacon, crumbled blue cheese and dried cherries. Drizzle with the warm bacon fat dressing and season with salt and pepper.

BACON SWISS TOSSED SALAD



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This yummy salad features Swiss cheese, crispy bacon and crunchy cashews with a swift, from-scratch dressing.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
3/4 cup bacon bits
1/2 cup salted cashews
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon poppy seed
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, bacon and cashews. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

BACON SWISS ROMAINE SALAD



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This yummy salad features Swiss cheese, crispy bacon and crunchy cashews with a swift, from-scratch dressing. "I'm frequently asked for the recipe when I share this salad at get togethers," Heather Koetsier relates from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups torn romaine
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
3/4 cup real bacon bits
1/2 cup salted cashews
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, bacon and cashews. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

LAYERED BACON AND SWISS GREEN SALAD RECIPE



Layered Bacon and Swiss Green Salad Recipe image

Provided by Camille

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon sugar
Salt and Pepper, to taste
6 cups shredded Romaine lettuce (divided)
1 red onion (thinly sliced)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas (thawed)
1 (8 ounce) package block Swiss cheese (cubed)
1/2 pound bacon (cooked and crumbled)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • In a large salad bowl, layer half of the lettuce, half of the mayonnaise mixture, half of the onions, half of the peas, and half of the cheese.
  • Repeat the layers again.
  • Cover and place in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
  • Right before it's time to serve, add the bacon and toss, coating most of the greens and other ingredients with the dressing.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH BACON AND HARD-BOILED EGGS



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Categories     Salad     Egg     Leafy Green     Pork     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Winter     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large eggs
4 ounces bacon (4 to 5 slices), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips
1 large head romaine (1 1/4 pound), trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Hard-boil eggs:
  • Cover eggs with cold water by 1 inch in a small heavy saucepan and bring to a boil, partially covered with lid. Reduce heat to low and cook eggs, covered completely, 10 minutes. Transfer eggs with a slotted spoon to a bowl of cold water to stop cooking and let stand until cool enough to handle, about 2 minutes.
  • Make salad:
  • While eggs are simmering, cook bacon in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, leaving rendered fat in skillet.
  • Peel eggs and finely chop.
  • Put romaine and egg in a serving bowl.
  • Add oil and shallot to fat in skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until shallot is softened, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar and salt and boil, swirling skillet, 10 seconds. Pour hot dressing over romaine and egg and toss to combine. Add bacon and toss salad, then season with salt and pepper.

BACON-SWISS TOSSED SALAD



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THIS RECIPE came from a cookbook compiled by the women of our church in my hometown of Chico, California. It's pretty and tasty. Best of all, it can be put together a couple of hours before serving. When it's time, a simple toss and it's ready. -Cathee Bethel, Philomath, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups mixed salad greens
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese, julienned
1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper. In a large salad bowl, layer a third of the greens and a third of the mayonnaise mixture, onion, peas and cheese. Repeat the layers twice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, add the bacon and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

STRAWBERRY BACON ROMAINE SALAD



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Delicious to die for recipe, not to mention gorgeous! I've tried lots of others but the bacon is by far the best!

Provided by Peeps

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch of fresh romaine lettuce, freshly torn
1 slice red onion
1 carton of freshly sliced strawberry
1 lb of crisply fried bacon
1 cup slivered almonds or 1 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 -4 tablespoons raspberry vinegar

Steps:

  • Toast almonds with sugar and butter mixed together in 350 degree oven until lightly browned (watch closely) Tear lettuce leaves and toss with red onions, strawberries and chopped fried bacon.
  • When almonds are cool sprinkle on top of salad.
  • Whisk dressing together and pour over salad and toss all together.
  • Delightful salad.
  • Believe me you will receive many compliments on this one!

STRAWBERRY ROMAINE SALAD I



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For my wedding shower everyone brought a few recipes and this is one of my favorites. It is refreshing and pretty. This salad also travels well, just save the dressing and use it just before serving.

Provided by Mary J

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
2 bunches fresh spinach - chopped, washed and dried
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
1 Bermuda onion, sliced
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, strawberries and sliced onion.
  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, milk and poppy seeds. Shake well and pour the dressing over salad. Toss until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 204.8 mg, Sugar 17 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp romaine lettuce for the best results.
  • Slice the bacon thinly and cook it until it is crispy.
  • Use a good quality Swiss cheese for the best flavor.
  • Toast the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time and let it chill for at least 30 minutes before using.
  • Serve the salad immediately after it is dressed.

Conclusion:

Bacon, Swiss, and Romaine Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of salty bacon, creamy Swiss cheese, crunchy romaine lettuce, and sweet walnuts, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. The dressing is simple to make and adds a delicious flavor to the salad. Whether you are serving it as a side dish or a main course, this salad is sure to be a hit.

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