**Lettuce Salad with Bacon Dressing: A Refreshing and Savory Side Dish**
In this article, we bring you a delightful recipe for a classic lettuce salad elevated with a luscious bacon dressing. This vibrant salad is not only refreshing and flavorful but also incredibly versatile, making it a perfect accompaniment to various main courses or as a light and satisfying lunch. With crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bacon, and a tangy bacon dressing, this salad bursts with flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. We also include variations of the recipe, including a vegetarian version, a creamy avocado dressing, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, allowing you to customize the salad to your preferences. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make yet incredibly delicious lettuce salad with bacon dressing.
WILTED LETTUCE SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING
To complement any entree, toss together this effortless and delicious salad.-Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce and onion; set aside., Place bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another paper towel; microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels., In a small microwave-safe dish, combine 1-1/2 teaspoons bacon drippings, vinegar, sugar and water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds or until sugar is dissolved; stir until smooth. , Pour over lettuce; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add bacon and egg; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ROMAINE SALAD WITH BACON FAT DRESSING
Steps:
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool, then chop. Add the vinegar to the same skillet with the bacon fat, followed by the Dijon, maple syrup and a few turns of pepper. Whisk together, heating over medium heat until emulsified, then turn off the heat.
- To serve, place the romaine on a platter and sprinkle with the bacon, crumbled blue cheese and dried cherries. Drizzle with the warm bacon fat dressing and season with salt and pepper.
BACON, LETTUCE, TOMATO, AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: bacon, romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, cucumber, avocados, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, lemon
Provided by Robert Broadfoot
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crispy. Drain on a paper towel, then set aside.
- Place chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, avocados and bacon in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and lemon juice to form the dressing.
- Toss the salad with the dressing.
- Enjoy!
LETTUCE SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING
Make and share this Lettuce Salad With Bacon Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by cuisinebymae
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crisp and brown.
- Measure bacon fat.
- Leave about 1 1/4 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet with the bacon.
- Add vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil.
- Pour hot dressing over lettuce in a bowl and toss.
LETTUCE WITH HOT BACON DRESSING
Here is something a little different for a salad. A friend gave me this years ago. Hope you like it.
Provided by Vera
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place egg in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let egg stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Reserve excess grease.
- Add onions to skillet with reserved grease and cook until tender. Add bacon, vinegar, water, sugar and salt. Stir and bring to boil.
- Place lettuce in a large bowl. Pour hot dressing over and toss well. Garnish with egg and radishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 465.7 mg, Sugar 4 g
WILTED LETTUCE SALAD
This wilted salad is lightly coated with a delectable warm dressing.
Provided by Mary Jones
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Remove from skillet, crumble and set aside.
- To the hot bacon drippings, add the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar and pepper. Stir over medium heat until hot.
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce and green onions. Add the warm dressing and toss to evenly coat. Sprinkle with bacon and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 210.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD WITH HAZELNUTS AND BACON BITS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings for lunch or 4 servings as a side
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk to combine the vinegar, oil, chives and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
- Toss the lettuce with the dressing in a large salad bowl. Divide the lettuce between 2 large bowls or plates. Divide the bacon, eggs, nuts and cheese between the 2 plates, layering them in that order.
SOUTHERN WILTED LETTUCE SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine the shredded lettuce and chopped green onions in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a cast-iron or other frying pan, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until the desired doneness.
- Remove the bacon to paper towels to drain and reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
- Combine the bacon drippings, vinegar, and sugar in a saucepan and heat until it boils.
- Pour over the shredded lettuce mixture. Toss to mix. Crumble the bacon and add it on top. Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 231 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BOSTON LETTUCE AVOCADO SALAD AND LIME DRESSING
Provided by Dave Lieberman
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pull the lettuce leaves from the head, rinse gently under cold water, and lay out on clean towels to dry. Use a spoon to remove the flesh in 1 piece from each half of the avocado. Thinly slice the avocado flesh into thin wedges.
- Whisk together all the dressing ingredients.
- Arrange the lettuce leaves on a plate and top with the avocado wedges, scallion, and cilantro. Finish with a healthy drizzling of the dressing.
BACON AND LETTUCE SALAD
Categories Salad Leafy Green Pork Quick & Easy Bacon Summer Lettuce Gourmet
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat, stirring, just until crisp. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, discarding fat from skillet.
- Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Add lettuce and bacon and toss well.
Tips:
- Use fresh, crisp lettuce for the best flavor and texture.
- Cut the lettuce into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
- Add other vegetables to the salad for extra nutrition and flavor, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots.
- Use a variety of textures in the salad for added interest, such as crunchy bacon, creamy avocado, and soft cheese.
- Make the bacon dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing it to prevent the lettuce from wilting.
Conclusion:
Let's try some of this fresh flavorful salad! This lettuce salad with bacon dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crisp lettuce, flavorful bacon, and creamy dressing is sure to please everyone. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover bacon. So next time you have some leftover bacon, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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