Avocado Bacon Salad

Prep Time: 10 min	Cook Time: 10 min
Total Time:  20 min	Serving Size: 4

Introduction

Prepare your taste buds for a flavor-packed journey as they dance with delight over our delectable Avocado Bacon Salad! This extraordinary dish brings together an irresistible symphony of flavors and textures: the luscious creaminess of ripe avocado, the savory crunch of sizzling bacon, the juicy burst of cherry tomatoes, and the zing of our homemade dressing. It's time to indulge in a nutritious, low-carb meal that's bursting with vibrant colors and enticing tastes, proving that healthy eating can be an absolute delight. 

Health Benefits

Our Avocado Bacon Salad offers a wealth of health benefits that make it an excellent choice for those following a ketogenic or low-carb diet:

1. High in healthy fats: Avocado provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which support cardiovascular health and help keep you feeling satiated.

   
   

2. Low-carb and keto-friendly: With a focus on healthy fats and fiber-rich vegetables, this salad supports your efforts to maintain ketosis and manage your weight.

   
   

3. Good source of fiber: The combination of avocado, lettuce, and other vegetables adds dietary fiber to promote digestion and maintain satiety.

   
   

4. Rich in nutrients: This salad offers a variety of essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, folate, and potassium, for overall health and well-being.

   
   

Ingredients

• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped

• 2 avocados, diced

• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• Salt and pepper, to taste

  
  

Cooking Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced avocado, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.

   
   

2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.

   
   

3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.

   
   

4. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

   
   

Serving Suggestions

This Avocado Bacon Salad makes a delightful lunch or light dinner option. For a more filling meal, consider adding grilled chicken, salmon, or hard-boiled eggs.

Cooking Tips

• Be sure to use avocados that are ripe but not overripe for optimal flavor and texture.

  
  

• Adjust the amount of bacon to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.

  
  

• For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and add roasted chickpeas or toasted nuts for added texture and protein.

  
  

Nutritional Facts

Calories	Protein	Fat	Carbs	Fiber	Net Carbs
350 Kcal	10g	30g	10g	5g	5g