Best 3 No Mayo Blt Salad Recipes

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Craving a classic BLT sandwich but without the bread? Look no further than this No-Mayo BLT Salad! This delightful salad combines all the flavors of a traditional BLT into a crisp, refreshing salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Featuring juicy tomatoes, crispy bacon, crumbled blue cheese, and a tangy dressing made with red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and fresh herbs, this salad is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. And the best part? It's ready in just 15 minutes! In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes variations for a vegetarian BLT salad, a vegan BLT salad, and a keto BLT salad, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. So, grab your apron and let's whip up a delicious and satisfying salad that will become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NO-MAYO BLT SALAD



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I love BLTs, but hate mayo. This is my summer solution to that problem. This salad is extremely simple, and depends upon the quality of ingredients, so use only the best and freshest available!

Provided by skat5762

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2-1 lb maple bacon, reserve grease
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
3 -4 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 day old baguette, cubed
basil, chiffonade
red wine vinegar
olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine lettuces, tomatoes and onions in large salad bowl; set aside.
  • Mix together all vinaigrette ingredients; if desired (and you're feeling very Southern), add a drizzle of bacon grease in place of some of the olive oil.
  • Cook bacon on stovetop until nicely crisped; set aside on a paper-towel covered plate to drain.
  • Meanwhile, take a little of the bacon grease and place in another pan over medium heat.
  • Add cubed bread and toast until brown on all sides.
  • Crumble bacon over salad, add the croutons and the vinaigrette, and toss well.
  • Garnish with basil, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.7, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 1153.4, Carbohydrate 84.6, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 9.5, Protein 25.1

BLT PASTA SALAD WITH MAYO



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This salad really does taste like a BLT sandwich!

Provided by lgmarge

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 6h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 pound bacon, diced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 large avocado, diced
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
⅓ cup tomato-based chile sauce
¼ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 large tomato - cored, seeded, and diced
½ cup sliced green onion tops
6 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • Fry bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Refrigerate when cool.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons lemon juice over the diced avocado.
  • Combine mayonnaise, creamy dressing, chile sauce, 1/4 cup lemon juice, chicken bouillon, and sugar. Stir in the cooked macaroni, avocado, tomato, and green onions. Cover tightly and refrigerate until well chilled, at least 6 hours. Mix in lettuce and the reserved bacon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 888.7 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

NO MAYO EASY PASTA SALAD



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A friend of mine showed me how to make this. It's incredibly EASY and you'll have so many people asking for the recipe! This is also a great pasta salad if you're looking for something without mayo. Add or delete vegetables as you desire!

Provided by mhassler

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 (12 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, chopped
½ cup chopped purple onion
1 (16 ounce) bottle ranch dressing
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini and tri-color rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse the pasta with cold water until cool; drain.
  • Combine pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, and purple onion in a large bowl.
  • Stir ranch dressing and Italian-style salad dressing together in a separate bowl; spread over the pasta mixture and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 985 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best taste.
  • If you don't have bacon bits, you can cook some bacon and crumble it yourself.
  • To make a vegetarian version of this salad, omit the bacon and add some crumbled tofu or tempeh.
  • This salad is also great with other toppings, such as avocado, hard-boiled eggs, or cheese.
  • If you're making this salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until just before serving.

Conclusion:

This BLT salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes. With its simple ingredients and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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