Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe

Crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and garlicky croutons tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. This light yet satisfying Bacon Tomato Salad is perfect for a warm August or September evening. A main dish salad recipe ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 415.3 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Tomato Salad

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 slices baguette
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
  • 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 2 cups sliced beefsteak tomatoes
  • fresh basil leaves, for garnish

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How to Make Bacon Tomato Salad

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place 6 slices of bacon on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until crisp.
  3. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Once cool, crumble coarsely.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 4 slices of bread, cut into 1-inch cubes. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until light golden brown.
  6. Transfer croutons to paper towels to drain. Once cool, break into smaller pieces.
  7. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Add 5 cups of chopped romaine lettuce and toss to coat.
  9. Arrange lettuce on a serving platter.
  10. Scatter croutons over the lettuce.
  11. Top with 2 cups of sliced tomatoes.
  12. Sprinkle with the crumbled bacon and remaining 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  13. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

29g

Carbs

12g

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