Low Fat Bacon and Cheese Salad
Indulge in a guilt-free, flavor-packed meal with this Low-Fat Bacon and Cheese Salad, a lighter twist on classic comfort food! This vibrant salad pairs crispy turkey bacon and reduced-fat cheddar cheese with refreshing mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and the zing of red onion, all brought together with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick and nutritious lunch or dinner, this recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and serves two generously. With its winning combination of bold flavors and healthy ingredients, this salad delivers all the satisfaction without the extra calories—ideal for anyone craving a healthier approach to indulgent salads. Grab your bowl and enjoy every bite of this easy, protein-packed creation today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Low-fat turkey bacon
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by cooking the low-fat turkey bacon slices in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Once cooked, transfer the bacon slices to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat.
While the bacon is cooking, wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds and add to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and mix it into the salad.
Once the bacon has cooled slightly, chop it into small, bite-sized pieces and add them to the salad.
Sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinaigrette dressing with salt and black pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor experience, and enjoy your low-fat bacon and cheese salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1656 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1286 mg | 27% | |
*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.
