Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUnion 50East Street Salad Recipe

East Street Salad Recipe

Inspired by Union 50
Time25m
Serves4

Sweet Gem / Baby Heirloom Tomato / Spiced Pecan / Applewood Bacon / Crispy Shallot / Smoked Kentucky Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and dry the Sweet Gem lettuce thoroughly. Tear into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Prepare Tomatoes

    Cut the baby heirloom tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

  3. 3

    Cook Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood bacon until crispy. Remove from heat, let cool, and then crumble into pieces.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the spiced pecans, crispy shallots, and crumbled bacon to the salad bowl. Crumble the smoked Kentucky bleu cheese on top.

  5. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle your favorite vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine everything evenly.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your East Street Salad!

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