Breakfast BLT Salad
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Breakfast BLT Salad
Description
Breakfast BLT Salad combines shredded Lacinto kale with a light dressing of olive oil and red wine vinegar that softens the greens through gentle massaging. The salad is garnished with crispy cooked bacon pieces, fresh grape tomatoes cut in half, creamy avocado slices, and a soft-boiled egg for added protein and texture contrast. The overall flavor is a blend of savory bacon and egg with the bright acidity from the vinegar and freshness of the tomatoes and avocado.
The preparation includes a hands-on step to soften the kale which makes the leafy greens more palatable while retaining their nutrition. Eggs cooked to preference add a warm, tender component to the salad, complementing the crunch of bacon and the creaminess of avocado.
Served as a breakfast dish, this salad provides a filling yet fresh option that combines protein, healthy fats, and greens, making it suitable for a nutrient-rich morning meal.
Ingredients
- 3 cups kale no stems, shredded, Lacinto variety
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt
- black pepper (to taste)
- 2 egg large
- 4 Bacon chopped, center cut, cooked, strips
- 2 ounces avocado sliced
- 10 grape tomatoes (halved)
Instructions
- In a bowl combine the kale, olive oil, vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Massage with your hands for about 3 minutes, until the kale softens.
- Cook eggs to desired likeness, I prefer them soft boiled. How to Make Perfect Eggs in the Instant Pot.
- Divide the kale between two bowls, top with bacon, tomatoes, avocado and egg.
- Finish with pinch of salt and pepper.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1salad | |
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 35% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 191mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 335.5mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.