Description
This refreshing BLT Salad reinvents the classic flavors of a beloved sandwich, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or casual lunches. Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy grape tomatoes, and savory turkey bacon come together with a creamy garlic dressing to create a satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or simply savoring at home, this salad combines bold flavors and nutritious ingredients in a delightful format.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 6 slices cooked thick-cut turkey bacon
- sharp cheddar cheese (cubed)
- Texas Toast croutons
- fresh chives (optional)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and rinse thoroughly. Dry using a salad spinner or paper towels and place in a large serving bowl.
- Halve the grape tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Chop the cooked turkey bacon into small pieces and add it to the salad along with cubed sharp cheddar cheese.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine. Top with Texas Toast croutons and freshly sliced chives if desired. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg