Simple Romaine Salad, With Greek Yogurt Ranch Dress

Name: Simple Romaine Salad, With Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing, Candied Bacon, And Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Brown Sugar Bacon; 8 pieces of thick, center-cut, pork bacon, uncooked; 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon water; Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing and Salad; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh dill, removed from sprigs; 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped; 1.5 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 1 whole clove of garlic; 1 cup plain, Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 pinch salt; 8 large Romaine leaves; 1/2 cup crumbled Feta Cheese

Servings: persons

Spicy Brown Sugar Bacon
8 pieces of thick, center-cut, pork bacon, uncooked
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon water
Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing and Salad
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh dill, removed from sprigs
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
1.5 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 whole clove of garlic
1 cup plain, Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch salt
8 large Romaine leaves
1/2 cup crumbled Feta Cheese

1
On a piece of parchment paper, lay the bacon slices (fat side up) on top of one another in an angled position. Combine all of the glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
2
Pour the glaze evenly over the bacon. Use the back of a large spoon to spread the mixture out over each piece of bacon. Cover the bacon in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Place each strip of bacon on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
4
Bake the bacon until slightly brown and crispy. About 15-18 minutes. Watch carefully because it might burn! I placed the baking sheet on a rack in the middle of the oven to avoid this.
5
Let the bacon cool on the pan for 3 minutes before using tongs to transfer to a cutting board. Once completely cool, chop the bacon into crumbles, using a large serrated knife. Set aside.
6
Put all of the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and process on high until smooth.
7
You may need to add a bit more buttermilk or water, depending on how thick or thin you like the consistency of your dressing.
8
Pour the dressing in two 6 oz. canning jars fitted with lids.
9
Top each romaine leaf with about 2 T. of crumbled bacon, drizzle with dressing, and top with about 2 T. of crumbled feta.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Brown Sugar Bacon, 8 pieces of thick, center-cut, pork bacon, uncooked, 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder, and more.

Yes, Simple Romaine Salad, With Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing, Candied Bacon, And Feta 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.

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Simple Romaine Salad, With Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing, Candied Bacon, And Feta

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