Low Sodium Microwave Bacon Perfection
Achieve crispy, flavorful bacon in just minutes with this easy and health-conscious 'Low Sodium Microwave Bacon Perfection' recipe! Perfect for busy mornings or quick meal prep, this technique uses low sodium bacon and a few sheets of paper towels to deliver all the savory delights of traditional bacon while being kinder to your heart health. The microwave simplifies the process, ensuring minimal mess and maximum efficiency, with customizable crispness to suit your taste. Ready in under 10 minutes and designed for just two servings, it's a smart addition to breakfasts, salads, or as a crunchy garnish for baked potatoes. Embrace microwave magic for bacon that's healthier, hassle-free, and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Low sodium bacon
- 4 sheets Paper towels
Instructions
Place a microwave-safe plate on your kitchen counter.
Layer two paper towel sheets on the plate.
Lay the low sodium bacon slices in a single layer on top of the paper towels, ensuring they do not overlap.
Cover the bacon with two more sheets of paper towels to minimize splattering during cooking.
Place the plate in the microwave and set the power level to 70% to prevent burning while still achieving that perfect crispness.
Microwave the bacon for 3 minutes. Check the doneness, and continue to microwave in 30-second increments until the desired crispiness is reached. On average, this should take around an additional 3 minutes, but times may vary depending on the microwave and thickness of bacon.
Remove the plate carefully, as it will be hot. Allow the bacon to rest for a minute to let it firm up as it cools slightly.
Serve immediately for the best texture, or crumble over salads or baked potatoes as a flavorful, low-sodium topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.6 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 75 mg | 2% | |
*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.
