Best 12 Potato Bacon Salad With Romaine Lettuce Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our irresistible Potato Bacon Salad with Romaine Lettuce, a delectable dish that tantalizes your taste buds. This classic salad features tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and crisp romaine lettuce, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing that brings everything together. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, a potluck gathering, or simply looking for a satisfying side dish, this salad is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

In addition to the main recipe, we've also included a collection of delightful variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. Discover the zesty Southwest Potato Salad, bursting with flavors of corn, black beans, and a zesty dressing. For a lighter option, try the Greek Potato Salad, featuring feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a refreshing lemon-herb dressing. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Honey Mustard Potato Salad offers a unique blend of sweet and tangy flavors.

Whichever recipe you choose, you'll be treated to a culinary journey that showcases the versatility of potatoes and the harmonious combination of textures and flavors. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a delicious adventure with our Potato Bacon Salad with Romaine Lettuce and its delightful variations!

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO SALAD WITH BACON



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This no mayo potato salad with bacon is ready in just 30 minutes! It's a vinegar potato salad the whole family will love.

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories     Sides, Salads & Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds baby gold potatoes
2 teaspoons salt, for the boiling water
1 pound bacon
one small/medium red onion, diced small
2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced or pressed
1 medium/large ear fresh sweet corn with kernels cut off (3/4 cup frozen corn may be substituted)
1 to 2 cups fresh baby spinach, loosely measured
1/2 cup fresh parsley (regular or Italian flat-leaf), finely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 teaspoon granulated sugar, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • To a large pot, add the potatoes, cover with water, add 2 teaspoons salt, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and allow potatoes to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until done and fork-tender. Drain and rinse potatoes under cold water to stop the cooking process; set aside. While potatoes cook, make the bacon.
  • To a large skillet, add the bacon and cook over medium heat until done and as crisp as desired, about 10 minutes, flip intermittently. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and when it's cool enough, crumble it; set aside.
  • To the skillet with the bacon fat, add the onion and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes or until tender, stir intermittently.
  • In the last minute of cooking, add the garlic, stir, and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Take skillet off the heat and set aside.
  • To a very large bowl, add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and whisk to combine; set aside.
  • Halve or quarter the potatoes depending on their size and add to the large bowl. Add the crumbled bacon, red onion and garlic (use a slotted spoon to remove because there will be excess bacon fat in the skillet; discard oil in a small container - don't pour it down the drain), corn, spinach, parsley, and toss well to combine.
  • Taste potato salad and make any necessary adjustments, i.e. more salt, pepper, sugar, dash of extra mustard or vinegar, etc.
  • Serve immediately if desired or cover and refrigerate until chilled. Potato salad will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 45 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 21 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1379 milligrams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams unsaturated fat

DUTCH MESS (WILTED LETTUCE WITH MASHED POTATOES) RECIPE - (4/5)



Dutch Mess (Wilted Lettuce with Mashed Potatoes) Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by mirandavoegeli

Number Of Ingredients 14

MASHED POTATOES:
2 potatoes, cooked
1/4 cup cream
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper
DRESSING:
6 slices bacon
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup vinegar
6 scallions, sliced
4 tablespoons sugar
SALAD:
4 cups young lettuce or spinach leaves
4 hard boiled eggs, sliced

Steps:

  • Make the Mashed Potatoes: Cook the potatoes until tender. While the potatoes are cooking, heat up the cream. Add the butter and stir until melted. Add the cream and butter to the hot potatoes and mash. Season to taste. Make the Dressing: Brown bacon in a frying pan. Remove bacon and pat dry. When cooled slightly, crumble the bacon into small pieces. Add vinegar, sugar, and water to the pan with the bacon fat. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Make the Salad: Combine the lettuce, bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and scallions. Top with the hot dressing and stir until the lettuce wilts. Serve immediately with the wilted lettuce over mashed potatoes.

POTATO SALAD WITH BACON



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My young nephew refuses to eat any potato salad but mine! Italian salad dressing, sour cream and bacon give it a one-of-a-kind flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds red potatoes (about 12 medium)
4 hard-boiled large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
11 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cut potatoes into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a large Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature., Cut eggs in half; chop egg whites and set aside. In a small bowl, mash egg yolks. Stir in the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, mustard, garlic powder and pepper; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, bacon, egg whites, celery, onions and Italian dressing. Fold in mayonnaise mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BLT SALAD



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This recipe is reminiscent of the classic BLT or bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich. It's a great summertime salad!

Provided by D. L. Mooney

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Season the dressing with salt.
  • Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 906.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

POTATO AND BACON SALAD



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This is a creamy potato salad made with bacon and Dijon mustard that's great the second day too.

Provided by readernut

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 eggs
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, or to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
3 stalks celery, minced
2 pounds small potatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and cool.
  • Meanwhile, place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, and place in a bowl of cold water to cool.
  • Peel the eggs, and place 3 of them into a large bowl. Reserve the rest for later. Mash the eggs in the bowl with a fork. Stir in the mustard, mayonnaise, celery, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Cook bacon slices in the microwave for about 4 minutes, until crisp, or fry in a skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble 2 of the bacon slices into the mayonnaise mixture. Reserve the rest for garnish.
  • Peel and chop the potatoes, and stir into the bowl until evenly coated. Slice the 2 remaining eggs, and place on top of the salad. Crumble the remaining bacon over the eggs, then sprinkle parsley over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 131.8 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 419.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

ROMAINE SALAD WITH PARMESAN VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk the Parmesan, mustard, vinegar and garlic in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil. Sprinkle the vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Toss the lettuce with the vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH BACON FAT DRESSING



Romaine Salad with Bacon Fat Dressing image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices thick-cut bacon
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon maple syrup
Freshly ground black pepper
2 hearts of romaine, halved
4 ounces blue cheese
1/2 cup dried cherries
Kosher salt

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.

RANCH SALAD BOATS WITH BACON



Ranch Salad Boats with Bacon image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 salad boats

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 to 2 dashes hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
12 romaine lettuce heart leaves
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 radishes, thinly sliced
1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Combine the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons each chives and dill, the lemon juice and hot sauce in a blender. Blend until very smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • To serve, arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter and top with the tomatoes, radishes, cucumber and bacon. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle most of the dressing over the salad and serve the remaining dressing on the side. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon each chives and dill.

BACON LETTUCE SALAD



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Make and share this Bacon Lettuce Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by salvador1709

Categories     Low Protein

Time 35m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 red onion, sliced in rings
2 heads plain lettuce or 2 heads romaine lettuce
1 (4 ounce) bag radishes, sliced
1 large cauliflower, sliced
bacon
salad dressing
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut bacon in small pieces, fry till crisp.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • The more bacon the better.
  • In large serving bowl layer as follows: plain lettuce or romaine or both, radishes, red onion and cauliflower.
  • Layer fried bacon on salad mixture.
  • Spread salad dressing on top of bacon like icing. Sprinkle a generous amount of Parmesan cheese on top of salad dressing.
  • Let salad sit on counter till 10 to 15 minutes before serving time.
  • Mix well.
  • Will seem dry at first but will moisten as you mix.

BACON, LETTUCE, AND TOMATO SALAD



Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Salad image

Can't choose between a crisp, refreshing salad and a satisfying BLT sandwich? This recipe combines the two for a crowd-pleasing side or meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 strips (cut 1/4 inch thick) bacon, (1 pound)
2 1/2 bunches lettuce, such as romaine, Bibb, or green oakleaf
1 cup Avocado Dressing for BLT Salad
2 pounds tomatoes, preferably red and yellow
1 pint cherry tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange bacon strips on a wire rack set over a baking pan. Place pan in oven until bacon is golden brown and crisp, about 40 minutes. Remove from oven, being careful of the bacon fat that has collected under the rack, and set aside.
  • Arrange lettuce in the bottom of a salad bowl; drizzle with half the avocado dressing. Cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch-thick slices; cut cherry tomatoes, depending on size, in half. Arrange tomato slices over lettuce; scatter cherry tomatoes over tomato slices.
  • Arrange whole bacon strips over tomatoes. Drizzle with remaining avocado dressing, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.

WILTED LETTUCE SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING



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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

6 cups torn leaf lettuce
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
3 bacon strips, diced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2-1/4 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons water
Salt and pepper to taste
1 hard-boiled large egg, sliced

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.

POTATO AND ROMAINE SALAD WITH CREAMY DIJON DRESSING



Potato and Romaine Salad with Creamy Dijon Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Mustard     Potato     Side     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

For dressing
3 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 1/4 cups olive oil
2 tablespoons chilled whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
For salad
2 pounds red-skinned potatoes
5 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 large head romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons drained capers

Steps:

  • Make dressing:
  • Blend first 5 ingredients in processor. With machine running add oil in slow steady stream. Add cream; blend mixture until thick and creamy. Mix in herbs. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using, thinning with water if dressing becomes too thick.)
  • Make salad:
  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling water until tender, abut 30 minutes. Drain and cool. Peel potatoes. Cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Transfer potatoes to large bowl. Sprinkle with cider vinegar. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Whisk oil and vinegar in another large bowl. Add lettuce and toss to coat. Add capers to potatoes. Mix enough dressing into potatoes to coat. Spoon potatoes atop greens and serve.

Tips:

  • For best results, use a variety of potato types, such as Yukon Gold, red potatoes, and fingerling potatoes.
  • To save time, you can cook the potatoes and bacon ahead of time.
  • If you don't have romaine lettuce, you can use another type of lettuce, such as iceberg lettuce or butterhead lettuce.
  • To make the dressing, you can use either mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • If you want a spicier salad, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.

Conclusion:

This potato bacon salad with romaine lettuce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover potatoes and bacon. With its creamy dressing, crispy bacon, and fresh romaine lettuce, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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