Blt Salad Recipe
Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, cucumbers, bacon, blue cheese crumbles and citrus vinaigrette dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Citrus Vinaigrette
Method
Preparing the Salad
- 1
Wash and Chop Vegetables
Wash the romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Chop the tomatoes and cucumbers into small pieces.
- 2
Prepare Garbanzo Beans
If using canned garbanzo beans, drain and rinse them under cold water. If using dried beans, cook them according to package instructions.
- 3
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, crumbled bacon, and blue cheese crumbles. Toss gently to mix.
Making the Citrus Vinaigrette
- 5
Mix Vinaigrette Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Salad
Serve the salad immediately on individual plates, or in a large serving bowl for guests to help themselves.
