California BLT Tossed Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
California BLT Tossed Salad
15 min.
4
197kcal

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Looking for a fresh and vibrant salad that captures the essence of California's sunny flavors? Look no further than our California BLT Tossed Salad! This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of taste, combining the classic elements of a BLT with a healthy twist. Perfect for those who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or dairy-free lifestyle, this salad is a versatile addition to any meal.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a colorful medley of crisp salad greens, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado, all tossed together with a zesty lemon ranch dressing. The ready-to-eat cooked bacon adds a savory crunch that elevates this salad to new heights, making it an irresistible side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack. With only 197 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a burst of flavors in every bite.

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a quick lunch, or simply craving a refreshing snack, this California BLT Tossed Salad is sure to impress. Gather your ingredients, grab a bowl, and let the vibrant colors and delicious flavors transport you to the sunny shores of California!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup ranch dressing 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 10 ounces the salad red (iceberg lettuce, romaine, cabbage, carrots and radishes)
  • 12 slices no boil lasagna noodles cooked cut into pieces
  • large tomatoes cut into wedges
  •  avocado pitted peeled cut into wedges

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix all Lemon Ranch Dressing ingredients.
  2. In serving bowl, toss salad greens and bacon with dressing until coated.
  3. Garnish with tomato and avocado.

Nutrition Facts

Calories197kcal
Protein5.66%
Fat71.55%
Carbs22.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.5
Glycemic Load
0.83
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.924782605275%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:196.76kcal
9.84%
Fat:16.48g
25.36%
Saturated Fat:2.48g
15.51%
Carbohydrates:11.81g
3.94%
Net Carbohydrates:7.76g
2.82%
Sugar:2.53g
2.81%
Cholesterol:6.54mg
2.18%
Sodium:204.43mg
8.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.93g
5.87%
Vitamin K:40.95µg
39%
Vitamin C:28.02mg
33.97%
Vitamin A:1265.23IU
25.3%
Folate:74.58µg
18.65%
Fiber:4.05g
16.19%
Potassium:493.88mg
14.11%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.79%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.54%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.43%
Phosphorus:101.92mg
10.19%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.84%
Copper:0.16mg
8.09%
Vitamin B3:1.55mg
7.73%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.47%
Magnesium:28.41mg
7.1%
Iron:0.91mg
5.04%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.99%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.88%
Calcium:25.73mg
2.57%
Selenium:1.19µg
1.69%