The Perfect BLT Sandwich
A classic BLT sandwich showcasing crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and hearty bread, united by creamy mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 2 leaves of crisp Romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1 large ripe tomato, sliced
- 2 slices of whole grain or sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Place bacon in a cold skillet, turn the heat to medium, and cook for 5-7 minutes until crispy, flipping once.
- Prep your bread: Toast the bread until golden brown.
- Slice the tomato: Cut the tomato into thick rounds and sprinkle with salt.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread mayonnaise on both slices of bread and layer with bacon, lettuce, and tomato.
- Cut and serve: Slice the sandwich diagonally and serve with chips or salad.
Notes
To prevent sogginess, toast the bread and consider a thin layer of mayo as a moisture barrier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: BLT, sandwich, bacon, summer recipe, nostalgia
Find it online: https://platefulkitchen.com/blt-sandwich/