BLT Salad Recipe – Eats Now

Name: BLT Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil, plus small whole leaves for garnish; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Pinch of freshly ground pepper; 2 medium tomatoescored, seeded and coarsely chopped; 8 thick slices bacon, cut crosswise into 3/4-inch strips; 2 large bunches of arugula, thick stems discarded; Pan-Roasted Garlic Potatoes; 1/4 cup finely chopped Vidalia or other sweet onion; 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Servings: persons

1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil, plus small whole leaves for garnish
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
2 medium tomatoescored, seeded and coarsely chopped
8 thick slices bacon, cut crosswise into 3/4-inch strips
2 large bunches of arugula, thick stems discarded
Pan-Roasted Garlic Potatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped Vidalia or other sweet onion
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

1
Combine the oil, vinegar, chopped basil, salt and pepper.
2
Toss 1 tablespoon of the dressing with the tomatoes.
3
In a skillet, cook the bacon until crisp.
4
Drain on paper towels.
5
Toss the arugula with the remaining dressing and arrange on 4 large plates.
6
Scatter the bacon and potatoes over the arugula and sprinkle the onion and blue cheese on top.
7
Scatter the marinated tomatoes and basil leaves over the salad and serve.

1287

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil, plus small whole leaves for garnish, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, BLT Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

BLT Salad

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