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Healthy BLT Salad Bowls with Avocado and Bacon

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A fresh and satisfying twist on the classic BLT, this Grilled Chicken & Turkey Bacon Cucumber BLT Salad features juicy grilled chicken, crispy turkey bacon, and crisp vegetables all tossed in a creamy ranch dressing. It’s a perfect low-carb, high-protein meal for lunch or dinner with a refreshing crunch in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Salad

6 slices turkey bacon

1 English cucumber, thinly sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce

1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

For the Dressing

1/2 cup ranch dressing

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

Homemade croutons

Crispy fried onions

Sliced avocado

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

  • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Grill over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear.

  • Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

2. Cook the Turkey Bacon

  • Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat or bake in the oven at 400°F until crispy.

  • Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.

3. Assemble the Salad

  • In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and optional red onion.

  • Add sliced grilled chicken and crumbled turkey bacon on top.

4. Add Dressing and Serve

  • Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss gently to coat evenly.

  • Finish with freshly ground black pepper.

  • Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes.

Notes

  • Make it ahead: Store the ingredients separately and toss right before serving.

  • Add crunch: Croutons or crispy onions give extra texture.

  • Dressing tip: Substitute with avocado or Greek yogurt ranch for a lighter option.

  • Vegetarian version: Skip chicken and bacon; add chickpeas or tofu.

  • Dairy-free: Use a plant-based ranch dressing.

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