Heart-Healthy Bacon and Cheese Salad
Savor the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition with our Heart-Healthy Bacon and Cheese Salad! This vibrant dish combines crispy turkey bacon, creamy avocado, and shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese with a medley of fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers. Tossed in a zesty homemade olive oil and lemon vinaigrette lightly sweetened with honey, this salad is as flavorful as it is nourishing. Ideal for a quick lunch or a wholesome dinner, it’s ready in just 25 minutes and offers a guilt-free way to enjoy the classic bacon and cheese combo. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients and heart-smart swaps, this dish is a deliciously healthy way to elevate your salad game.
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Ingredients
- 4 slices Turkey bacon
- 0.5 cup Reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups Mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, and kale)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 Cucumber, sliced
- 1 Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, ground
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Cook turkey bacon slices in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Step 3
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, and diced avocado.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 6
Sprinkle the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and crumbled turkey bacon over the top of the salad.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (941.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 844.9 |
| Total Fat 64.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g | |
| Cholesterol 67.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1739.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.6g | |
| Protein 28.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 21.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 531.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3158.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories