BLT Salad Recipe With Creamy Dressing
I’ve always loved the classic flavors of a BLT sandwich: crisp bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomatoes. What if you want those same flavors in a lighter, fresher way? That’s why I make this BLT Salad! It’s crunchy, creamy, and full of flavor, so it works great as a main course or a side dish. Whether you’re making dinner for your family or just treating yourself, this salad is always a hit.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
BLT Dressing
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons milk (add more to thin dressing if needed)
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
BLT Salad
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups croutons, store bought or homemade
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
Instructions
- Add all of the BLT dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Add more or less milk until you reach the desired thickness of dressing you prefer.
- Add the lettuce, tomatoes, croutons and cooked bacon to a large salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and serving immediately either as an entree salad or side salad.