BLT SALAD WITH CROUTONS
"In my family of six, it's hard to find a vegetable or salad that everyone will eat, but they all raved about this one," enthuses Susie Clayton of South St. Paul, Minnesota. "With garden-fresh basil, this salad is easy, but mouthwatering."-Susie Clayton, South St. Paul, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Set bacon and drippings aside., In another large skillet, melt butter. Add bread cubes; cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove to paper towels; cool. , For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, basil, vinegar, pepper, garlic and reserved drippings. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Top with croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 37g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 743mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
BLT SALAD RECIPE
The dressing in this BLT salad is exceptional! This BLT salad is loaded with fresh lettuce, crispy bacon, bright tomatoes and of course croutons. An easy, excellent salad!
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the dressing first to allow the flavors to meld. In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp mayo, 4 Tbsp sour cream, pressed garlic clove, 1/4 cup chives, 1/8 tsp black pepper and 1/4 tsp salt (or season to taste). Stir together then add 1 to 2 Tbsp milk, or add milk to desired consistency. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing (adding it to taste) and toss to combine.
BLT SALAD WITH GARLIC CROUTONS
From my brother's fiancee--she loves this as a light lunch or dinner. I think she said she got this from her mother's copy of The Joy of Cooking.
Provided by JamesDeansGirl
Categories Greens
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350*F.
- Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on a broiler pan, as close together as possible without overlapping.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and pecans; sprinkle evenly over the bacon.
- Bake untl the bacon is crisp and nicely browned, about 30 minutes (do not turn).
- Using a wide spatula, transfer bacon to paper towels and drain, keeping the pecan-side up; set aside.
- Meanwhile, tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces; toss with the tomatoes and basil in a large serving bowl.
- Crumble the bacon and add, along with any loose pecans, to the salad mixture; add croutons and black pepper and toss again.
- Serve with your favorite dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.5, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 462.9, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 15.3, Protein 9.2
BLT SALAD
This recipe is reminiscent of the classic BLT or bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich. It's a great summertime salad!
Provided by D. L. Mooney
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Season the dressing with salt.
- Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 906.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
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