Weekly Recipe: A Yummy and Semi-healthy BLT Salad

Since we’re all looking forward to many more warm days by the pool, we’re watching our figure with this fresh and delicious weekly recipe! In summer months you can find more outdoor food markets or farmers markets right here in our neighborhood. 

If you make this week’s BLT Salad, be sure to share photos with us on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #LifeattheCommons

Ingredients 

• Original recipe makes 6 servings
•  1 pound bacon
•  3/4 cup mayonnaise
•  1/4 cup milk
•  1 teaspoon garlic powder
•  1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
•  salt to taste
•  1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and shredded
•  2 large tomatoes, chopped
•  2 cups seasoned croutons

Directions
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside.

In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Season the dressing with salt.

Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately.