Bacon and Lettuce Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Bacon and Lettuce Salad
20 min.
8
182kcal

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If you're looking for a simple yet scrumptiously satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion, look no further than this delightful Bacon and Lettuce Salad! Combining the rich flavors of crispy, meaty smoked bacon with the crisp freshness of Boston lettuce, this salad is the epitome of a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're serving it as a side dish at a summer barbecue, an elegant starter for a dinner party, or a healthy snack to satisfy those midday cravings, this salad fits the bill perfectly.

What makes this recipe even more enticing is that it’s both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for guests with dietary restrictions. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this savory treat that boasts a deliciously tangy dressing infused with white balsamic vinegar and shallots, perfectly complementing the smoky flavor of the bacon. With only 182 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Made to serve eight, this salad is ideal for gatherings and will surely be a hit with friends and family. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with this irresistible Bacon and Lettuce Salad!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound meaty bacon smoked
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • 16 cups boston lettuce (3 heads)
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon shallots finely chopped
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • ziploc bags
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat, stirring, just until crisp.
  2. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, discarding fat from skillet.
  3. Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
  4. Add lettuce and bacon and toss well.
  5. Lettuce can be washed and torn 1 day ahead and chilled in a sealed plastic bag lined with paper towels.

Nutrition Facts

Calories182kcal
Protein10.82%
Fat81.56%
Carbs7.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18
Glycemic Load
0.4
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
12.770869586779%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:182.32kcal
9.12%
Fat:16.73g
25.75%
Saturated Fat:4.52g
28.28%
Carbohydrates:3.52g
1.17%
Net Carbohydrates:2.36g
0.86%
Sugar:1.64g
1.82%
Cholesterol:18.71mg
6.24%
Sodium:269.96mg
11.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5g
9.99%
Vitamin K:105.53µg
100.5%
Vitamin A:3322.93IU
66.46%
Folate:73.45µg
18.36%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.82%
Selenium:6.42µg
9.17%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.11%
Potassium:303.74mg
8.68%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.1%
Iron:1.44mg
7.99%
Phosphorus:75.72mg
7.57%
Vitamin B3:1.5mg
7.51%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.07%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.03%
Fiber:1.16g
4.65%
Vitamin C:3.8mg
4.61%
Magnesium:17.35mg
4.34%
Calcium:38.39mg
3.84%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.64%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.12%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.36%
Copper:0.03mg
1.54%
Source:Epicurious