Family Friendly Recipe: BLT Salad
By: Sheri Wetherell
Published: April 23, 2013

The whole family will love this quick and easy recipe based on the classic BLT sandwich. Crisp Romaine lettuce, bacon, tomatoes and cubed bread are tossed with a creamy tomato and chive dressing.
BLT Salad
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4 servings
1 cup whole-wheat country bread, cubed
	2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
	4 medium tomatoes, divided
	3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
	2 tablespoons chives (or green onions), minced
	2 teaspoons white vinegar
	1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
	Ground black pepper, to taste
	5 cups Romaine lettuce hearts, chopped
	3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
	Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss bread with oil and spread on a baking sheet. Bake, turning once, until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
	Cut 1 tomato in half. Working over a large bowl, shred both halves using the large holes on a box grater. Discard the skin. Add mayonnaise, chives (or scallion greens), vinegar, garlic powder and pepper; whisk to combine.
	Chop the remaining 3 tomatoes. Add the tomatoes, romaine and croutons to the bowl with the dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon.