BLT Salad

This BLT salad with romaine lettuce, pieces of crispy bacon, tomatoes, crunchy croutons, and a creamy garlic dressing makes a great summertime dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 421 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup milk
• salt to taste
• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 pound bacon
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and shredded
• 2 cups seasoned croutons

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble and set aside

Step 2

Combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth. Season with salt.

Step 3

Combine lettuce, crumbled bacon, tomatoes, and croutons in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately.