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BLT Avocado-Ranch Chopped Salad

Published May 26, 2017
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BLT Avocado-Ranch Chopped Salad
Published May 26, 2017
2 minute read
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BLT just got better! You can use avocado to make a creamy ranch-style dressing. To assemble the salad, simply pour this tasty mix over a bed of fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes and savory bacon. 

BLT Avocado-Ranch Chopped Salad

Ingredients

For avocado-ranch dressing:

  • 1 medium (200 grams) avocado, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (55 grams) light mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup (55 grams) nonfat sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 grams) nonfat buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the BLT salad:

  • 2 medium heads Romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped (8 cups or 375 grams lightly packed)
  • 1 large (180 grams) tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium (300 grams) cucumber, coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium (200 grams) avocado, chopped
  • 8 tablespoons avocado-ranch dressing 
  • 2 slices (60 grams) cooked bacon, coarsely chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Directions

To make the avocado-ranch dressing, combine all avocado-ranch dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth.

STORAGE TIP: Cover surface of dressing to prevent browning and chill up to 3 days.

To make the salad, combine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and avocado in a large bowl. Drizzle each serving with 2 tablespoons of avocado-ranch Dressing and sprinkle evenly with bacon and pepper.

NOTE: Avocado-ranch dressing makes 1 1/2 cups or 24 tablespoons total so you will have leftover dressing.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size:  2 1/2 cups salad + 2 tablespoons avocado-ranch dressing

Per serving: Calories: 228; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Cholesterol: 7mg; Sodium: 239mg; Carbohydrate: 23g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 8g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 1359mg; Iron: 22%; Vitamin A: 558%; Vitamin C: 48%; Calcium: 15% 

Sponsored by the Avocados from Mexico.

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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