Are you craving a salad that is both hearty and refreshing? Look no further than the BLT salad with croutons! This delicious salad combines the classic flavors of bacon, lettuce, and tomato with the added crunch of croutons. It's a perfect meal for a quick lunch or a light dinner, and it's also easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious BLT salad with croutons that the whole family will enjoy.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
BLT SALAD WITH CROUTONS
"In my family of six, it's hard to find a vegetable or salad that everyone will eat, but they all raved about this one," enthuses Susie Clayton of South St. Paul, Minnesota. "With garden-fresh basil, this salad is easy, but mouthwatering."-Susie Clayton, South St. Paul, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Set bacon and drippings aside., In another large skillet, melt butter. Add bread cubes; cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove to paper towels; cool. , For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, basil, vinegar, pepper, garlic and reserved drippings. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Top with croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 37g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 743mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
BLT SALAD
This recipe is reminiscent of the classic BLT or bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich. It's a great summertime salad!
Provided by D. L. Mooney
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Season the dressing with salt.
- Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 906.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
BLT SALAD
"My husband and I love BLT sandwiches, especially in the summer when tomatoes are fresh and plentiful," relates Deborah Heatwole of Waynesboro, Georgia. "This salad showcases the flavors of that classic sandwich easily and deliciously."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a skillet or microwave, cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels. In a salad bowl, combine the greens, tomato and cheese. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon and croutons.
Nutrition Facts :
BLT SALAD WITH GARLIC CROUTONS
From my brother's fiancee--she loves this as a light lunch or dinner. I think she said she got this from her mother's copy of The Joy of Cooking.
Provided by JamesDeansGirl
Categories Greens
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350*F.
- Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on a broiler pan, as close together as possible without overlapping.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and pecans; sprinkle evenly over the bacon.
- Bake untl the bacon is crisp and nicely browned, about 30 minutes (do not turn).
- Using a wide spatula, transfer bacon to paper towels and drain, keeping the pecan-side up; set aside.
- Meanwhile, tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces; toss with the tomatoes and basil in a large serving bowl.
- Crumble the bacon and add, along with any loose pecans, to the salad mixture; add croutons and black pepper and toss again.
- Serve with your favorite dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.5, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 462.9, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 15.3, Protein 9.2
BLT BEAN SALAD
All the flavors of a classic BLT sandwich come together in this hearty bean salad. The homemade herb-mayo dressing adds freshness while the crisp bacon and croutons add a welcomed crunch. It's a great way to use up those pantry beans in a summery salad you'll want to enjoy all year round.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Toss the bread, olive oil, a pinch of salt and several grinds of pepper on a rimmed baking sheet until combined, then spread into an even layer. Bake until the croutons are golden brown and well toasted, tossing halfway through, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the bacon to a medium skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp and well browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon to drain.
- For the dressing, puree the basil, parsley, dill, mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons water, 1/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a food processor until the herbs are finely chopped and dressing is bright green. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper.
- To assemble, add the beans, romaine, tomatoes, half the croutons and half the bacon to a large bowl. Add half of the herb-mayo dressing, then toss to combine. Transfer to a large serving bowl or platter, top with the remaining croutons and bacon and drizzle with the remaining dressing.
BLT SALAD RECIPE
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp and cut into small pieces.Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine salad, tomato, and cheese.
- In another small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over your salad or serve on the side.
- Sprinkle with bacon and croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 13094 kcal, Fat 1398 g, SaturatedFat 546 g, Cholesterol 1422 mg, Sodium 4617 mg, Carbohydrate 62 g, Sugar 29 g, Protein 62 mg
BLT SALAD WITH GRILLED CHEESE CROUTONS
Turn a beloved sandwich into a favorite side dish with BLT salad! BLT Salad with Grilled Cheese Croutons is like two of your favorite sammies in one dish.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Meal Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Fill bread slices with cheese slice. Spread outsides of sandwich with butter; sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
- Cook in skillet on medium heat 3 min. on each side or until cheese is melted and sandwich is golden brown on both sides. Transfer sandwich to cutting board.
- Toss lettuce with tomatoes and bacon in large bowl. Add dressing; mix lightly.
- Cut sandwich into 16 squares; place over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 670 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 10 g
SHEET PAN BLT SALAD
Having guests over for lunch or dinner? Try this fun sheet pan meal that makes BLTs fancy and fitting for any company. Enjoy crisp, toasted bread that's full of flavor from the bacon grease, cherry tomatoes bursting with juice, fresh arugula with a spicy bite, and savory peppered bacon-all tied together with a creamy avocado mayo! Serve it straight from the pan for easy, one-pan clean up.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Categories Sheet Pan Dinners
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange bacon in a single layer on a sheet pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, about 15 minutes, turning halfway through. Remove from the oven and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Chop when cool enough to handle.
- Add bread cubes and cherry tomatoes to the bacon drippings in the sheet pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss until evenly coated.
- Return to the oven and bake until bread is toasted and tomatoes have started to burst, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven. Add arugula and toss to coat.
- Combine avocado, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor; process until smooth. Drizzle avocado mayo evenly over salad, then sprinkle chopped bacon over top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 751.8 calories, Carbohydrate 103 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 2108.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season tomatoes and crispy bacon.
- Use a variety of lettuces and greens to add texture and flavor to the salad.
- If you don't have croutons, you can use toasted bread cubes or even tortilla chips.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and toss to coat.
Conclusion:
This BLT salad is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes. The combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes is a classic for a reason, and this salad is a delicious way to enjoy this combination.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love