Blt with Smoked Bacon Beefsteak Tomato Arugula and Lemon Aioli
Elevate your classic BLT with this gourmet twist featuring smoky, crispy bacon, juicy beefsteak tomato slices, peppery arugula, and a zesty homemade lemon aioli. Perfectly golden sourdough bread provides the ideal canvas for this flavorful sandwich, while the aioli—infused with fresh lemon juice, zest, and garlic—adds a bright, creamy finish to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, this recipe is easy enough for a quick lunch yet elegant enough to impress. Ready to serve two, this BLT recipe celebrates bold flavors and fresh ingredients, making it a satisfying option for sandwich lovers everywhere.
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Ingredients
- 8 slices Smoked bacon
- 1 large Beefsteak tomato
- 2 cups Arugula
- 4 slices Sourdough or country bread
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the smoked bacon slices until they are crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.
Step 2
While the bacon cooks, slice the beefsteak tomato into even 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Set aside.
Step 3
To make the lemon aioli, finely grate the garlic clove into a mixing bowl. Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until creamy and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 4
Lightly toast the sourdough or country bread slices until golden brown. You can use a toaster or broil them in the oven for 1-2 minutes on each side.
Step 5
Assemble the BLT: Spread a generous layer of lemon aioli on one side of each slice of toasted bread. On the bottom slice, layer 4 slices of crispy smoked bacon, a few slices of beefsteak tomato, and 1 cup of arugula. Top with the second slice of bread, lemon aioli side down.
Step 6
Repeat the assembly process for the second sandwich.
Step 7
Slice each sandwich in half, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your gourmet BLT with a hint of citrusy brightness from the lemon aioli!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (926.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3306.3 |
| Total Fat 241.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 367.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5419.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 206.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.7g | |
| Protein 72.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 187.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1655.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories