Blt in a Bowl
Transform the classic BLT sandwich into a refreshing and flavorful salad with this "BLT in a Bowl" recipe! Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy croutons, creamy avocado, and smoky bacon crumbles, this deconstructed twist delivers all the beloved flavors of a BLT in a lighter, gluten-friendly form. The zesty homemade dressing, made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a hint of garlic and lemon juice, perfectly ties the ingredients together for a creamy yet tangy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this dish is perfect for a quick lunch, a crowd-pleasing side at a potluck, or a no-fuss dinner idea. Indulge in this salad that combines great taste, balanced textures, and effortless prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-size pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to cool. Crumble the bacon into bite-size pieces and add it to the salad bowl.
Dice the avocado and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the bowl, along with the croutons.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy your BLT in a Bowl!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 589 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
