Gosh, I just love the robust flavor combination of these ingredients and mixed greens. The most amazing thing about this Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad is the large hunks of cheese! If you're a blue cheese lover (like me), you will love sinking your teeth into a bite of this! Serve it up with your favorite soup or sandwich and you'll be good to go.
INGREDIENTS
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Blue cheese
- Bacon
- Croutons
- Pine nuts
- Salt
- Pepper
Dressing
- Choice
Note: Refer to the recipe card below for exact quantities.
INSTRUCTIONS
Step One: Prepare the Dressing
There are several ways to prepare homemade salad dressings:
1). Use a bowl to whisk or stir the ingredients together.
2). Put all of your ingredients in a mason jar with a lid, then give it a little shake.
3). Use a stick blender to blend the salad dressing ingredients together. This is helpful if the dressing includes a garlic clove or anchovies.
4). Use an oil and vinegar dispenser with your favorite extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar to drizzle on salads as needed.
Homemade salad dressings are easy to make if you keep some essential ingredients on hand. See our Top 10 Favorite Salad Dressing Recipes for the dressings we love the most.
Step Two: Prepare the Protein and Croutons
Cook bacon according to package directions.
Preparing homemade croutons is as easy as cutting up a loaf of french bread, mixing in some melted butter, topping it all with your favorite herbs and spices, then baking for 10-15 minutes in the oven. They really add such amazing flavor!
Step Three: Prepare Ingredients
Wash all lettuce and produce thoroughly, then set it aside to drain in a colander. While lettuce is draining, dice all remaining ingredients into small salad-sized portions.
Step Four: Assemble and Serve
Assemble the salad in layers with lettuce on the bottom, followed by fresh diced vegetables, bacon, blue cheese, and toasted pine nuts.
Add a small amount of dressing and give it a good toss. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Serve immediately.
EQUIPMENT
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- Salad bowl
- Salad tongs
- Colander
- Oil and vinegar dispensers
- Knife
- Frying pan or cast iron skillet
- Meat thermometer
- Cutting board
STORAGE
Store salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator without dressing for 2-3 days. If the salad is moist from being washed, place a paper towel on top of it to draw out the moisture.
Top Tips
Buy pre-washed and ready-to-eat lettuce to save time.
MORE RECIPES
Have leftover ingredients?
- Use your leftover tomatoes in this Tomato and Avocado Side Salad.
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📖 Recipe
Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad
Equipment
Ingredients
Dressing
- 3 tablespoon Dressing of choice
Protein
- 2 slices Bacon
Salad
- 3 oz. Lettuce
- Tomato
- Blue cheese
- Croutons
- Pine nuts
- Salt (or to taste)
- Pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
Protein
- Cook bacon according to package directions.
Salad
- Wash lettuce and set it aside to drain in a colander.
- Wash remaining produce and cut into small salad sized portions.
- Assemble salad with all ingredients.
- Drizzle prepared dressing on top.
- Gently toss the salad and serve immediately.
Food Safety
Cook bacon according to package directions.
- Create a clean work area.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat or seafood.
- Rinse fresh produce thoroughly.
- Do not use the same cutting board or utensils on cooked food or produce, that previously touched raw meat or seafood.
- Do not leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with a high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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