Low Sodium Bacon and Cheese Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Low Sodium Bacon and Cheese Salad—a satisfying, heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite! Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and creamy low sodium cheddar cheese, this vibrant salad is topped with irresistibly crunchy low sodium bacon. A tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a dash of black pepper ties all the flavors together. Perfectly balanced between indulgence and nutrition, this 30-minute recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for those watching their sodium intake without sacrificing taste. Whether you're serving it as a light meal or a fresh side dish, this salad is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 8 slices low sodium bacon
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 whole cucumber
- 4 ounces low sodium cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the low sodium bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool.
Step 2
While the bacon is cooking, wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Step 3
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Step 4
Peel and thinly slice the cucumber, then add to the salad bowl.
Step 5
Cut the low sodium cheddar cheese into small cubes and add to the salad.
Step 6
Thinly slice the green onions and scatter over the salad.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and dijon mustard until well combined to create the dressing.
Step 8
Once cool, crumble the cooked bacon over the salad.
Step 9
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Step 10
Serve immediately, enjoying the crisp texture and delightful flavors of the low sodium bacon and cheese salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1337.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1134.0 |
| Total Fat 86.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g | |
| Cholesterol 209.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1191.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.2g | |
| Protein 52.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 34.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1116.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2347.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories