Keto BLT Salad (Printable Version)

Crisp romaine, bacon, avocado, and gouda come together with a creamy herb dressing for a fresh, keto-friendly dish.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Salad

01 - 240 g Romaine lettuce, shredded
02 - 2 small tomatoes, diced
03 - 1 avocado, diced
04 - 8 slices bacon, cooked crispy
05 - 60 g Gouda cheese, shredded

→ Dressing

06 - 120 ml full-fat mayonnaise
07 - 60 ml milk
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Heat a dry non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from pan, chop, and set aside.
02 - Arrange shredded romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl. Top evenly with diced tomatoes, diced avocado, shredded Gouda cheese, and chopped crispy bacon.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, chopped parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately to preserve freshness.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use full-fat mayonnaise and milk to enhance flavor and maintain keto compliance.
02 - Cooking bacon in a dry pan ensures optimal crispiness without added fat.