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Summer BLT Salad with Crispy Bacon & Avocado Ranch Dressing

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This Summer BLT Salad with Avocado Ranch is a high-protein, cortisol-balancing lunch packed with healthy fats, seasonal produce, and stress-reducing nutrients.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes

Equipment

  • skillet
  • blender or food processor
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • small pot
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 2 cups chopped romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 avocado diced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs sliced
  • 1 tbsp hemp seeds optional for extra omega-3s

Avocado Ranch Dressing:

  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • Sea salt & black pepper to taste
  • 2-3 tbsp water to thin

Instructions

  • Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • Blend dressing ingredients until smooth, adjusting water for desired consistency.
  • Assemble salad with romaine, tomatoes, eggs, bacon, avocado, and hemp seeds.
  • Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.

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Notes

Nutritional Information per serving (My Fitness Pal):
Calories: 666
Fat: 59g
Carbohydrates: 13.5g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 23g
 
Course: Brunch, dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: anti-inflammatory avocado ranch, bacon salad recipe, BLT salad with avocado, cortisol balancing lunch, high-protein summer salad
Servings: 2
Calories: 666kcal