The Best Blts

Health score
14%
The Best Blts
45 min.
6
788kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch game with a classic that never goes out of style? Introducing "The Best BLTs" – a mouthwatering twist on the traditional bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. This recipe combines the rich creaminess of ripe avocados, the savory crunch of thick-cut bacon, and the freshness of garden-fresh basil, all nestled between slices of perfectly toasted country-style bread.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, from the crispy bacon to the juicy tomatoes and the refreshing crunch of lettuce. The secret lies in the homemade basil mayonnaise, which adds a burst of herbal goodness that takes this sandwich to the next level.

Whether you're enjoying it for lunch, dinner, or as a satisfying snack, these BLTs are sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that balances indulgence and satisfaction, you can relish every bite without a hint of guilt. So grab your frying pan and get ready to create a sandwich that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Trust us, once you try "The Best BLTs," you'll never look at a sandwich the same way again!

Ingredients

  •  avocado pitted ripe peeled sliced
  • pound bacon 
  • 12.5 inch bread fresh white country-style
  • 0.3 cup butter room temperature
  • 2.5 cups basil fresh packed (lightly )
  •  romaine leaves 
  • cup mayonnaise 
  •  onion red thinly sliced
  • large tomatoes cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Mix basil, mayonnaise and butter in processor until basil is finely chopped and mixture is well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  2. Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 8 minutes.
  3. Transfer to paper towels; drain.
  4. Spread half of mayonnaise mixture over 1 side of 6 bread slices. Top each with 2 tomato slices.
  5. Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and pepper. Top tomato slices with avocado, then with bacon strips, onion and lettuce.
  6. Spread remaining mayonnaise mixture over remaining 6 bread slices.
  7. Place bread slices atop lettuce.
  8. Cut sandwiches in half and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories788kcal
Protein6.72%
Fat85.45%
Carbs7.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.61
Glycemic Load
3.33
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.420434837756%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Epicatechin
0.25mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Naringenin
0.62mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
4.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:788.24kcal
39.41%
Fat:75.95g
116.85%
Saturated Fat:20.78g
129.89%
Carbohydrates:15.65g
5.22%
Net Carbohydrates:9.15g
3.33%
Sugar:4.4g
4.89%
Cholesterol:85.91mg
28.64%
Sodium:840.47mg
36.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.44g
26.89%
Vitamin K:124.61µg
118.67%
Vitamin A:3449.38IU
68.99%
Vitamin C:26.65mg
32.31%
Vitamin B3:5.25mg
26.27%
Fiber:6.5g
26.02%
Selenium:18.21µg
26.01%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
25.84%
Vitamin E:3.81mg
25.42%
Manganese:0.48mg
24.17%
Folate:93.97µg
23.49%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.27%
Potassium:810.33mg
23.15%
Phosphorus:200.36mg
20.04%
Vitamin B5:1.59mg
15.93%
Copper:0.27mg
13.67%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.28%
Magnesium:52.6mg
13.15%
Zinc:1.76mg
11.7%
Iron:1.77mg
9.81%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.31%
Calcium:63.35mg
6.33%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.51%
Source:Epicurious