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The Ultimate BLT Salad

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A flavorful twist on the classic BLT, this salad combines fresh romaine, cherry tomatoes, turkey bacon, and creamy cheeses for a perfect summer dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 strips turkey bacon, chopped and cooked
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup Jack cheese, grated
  • 2 cups croutons
  • Ranch dressing (to taste)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 green onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, smashed and roughly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Pinch of sea salt and cracked pepper
  • 2 cups day-old French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1–1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for croutons)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the romaine lettuce and cherry tomatoes.
  2. Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Make the croutons by adding French bread cubes to the skillet with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, green onion, garlic, herbs, and water in a bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Assemble the salad in a large bowl with romaine, tomatoes, bacon, cheddar, and Jack cheese. Toss gently.
  6. Add the Ranch dressing and toss again. Top with croutons.
  7. Serve the salad on a platter, optionally garnished with extra cheese or avocado.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings or dressings to suit your taste.

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Keywords: salad, BLT, summer dish, turkey bacon, healthy recipe

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