Mexican Bacon Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Mexican bacon salad is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 35 minutes total and honestly feels fancy enough to serve guests. The combination of crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro with a lime vinaigrette just hits different, and the best part? Avocados are packed with heart healthy monounsaturated fats that keep you satisfied long after you've finished eating. The crushed tortilla chips add a fun textural element that makes this feel indulgent while still being straightforward to throw together. Trust me, once you make this once, you'll find yourself craving it constantly.
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Ingredients
- 400bacon
- 800mixed greens
- 500tomatoes
- 200avocado
- 100red onion
- 50cilantro
- 2 mLlime juice
- 20 mLolive oil
- 1 gsalt
- ½ gpepper
- 100crushed tortilla chips(for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200\u00b0C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a wire rack for even toasting.
- 2
Arrange the bacon on the prepared baking tray and bake for 10-12 minutes or until crispy.
Tip: Flip the bacon halfway through the cooking time.
- 3
Meanwhile, chop the tomatoes and avocado into bite-sized pieces.
Tip: Use a serrated knife for easy slicing.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, chopped tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
Tip: Gently toss the salad to avoid bruising the greens.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice and olive oil.
Tip: Adjust the dressing to your taste with additional lime juice or olive oil.
- 6
Add the crispy bacon to the salad and toss to combine.
Tip: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Garnish with crushed tortilla chips and serve immediately.
Tip: Optional: sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco for added flavor.
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