Swiss and Bacon Salad
Savor the perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and tangy flavors with this Swiss and Bacon Salad—a hearty yet refreshing dish that’s sure to elevate your salad game. Featuring crispy thick-cut bacon, crunchy romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, and nutty Swiss cheese, this salad is a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Tossed with a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, this recipe strikes the ideal harmony between richness and freshness. Finished with croutons for added crunch and a sprinkle of savory bacon for that irresistible flavor boost, this salad is ready in just 25 minutes and serves as a perfect side or standalone meal. Whether you’re prepping for a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests at your next gathering, this Swiss and Bacon Salad offers both flavor and simplicity in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Swiss cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble into bite-sized pieces.
While the bacon is cooking, wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the salad bowl along with the Swiss cheese and croutons.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top for a finishing touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.2 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1493 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 628 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 682 mg | 15% | |
*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.
