Salad with blue cheese and bacon

6 servings

25 minutes

Salad with blue cheese and bacon is a harmonious blend of crispy, slightly smoked bacon and tender blue cheese with its tangy creaminess. This Italian recipe embodies the elegance and simplicity of Mediterranean cuisine. The roasted romaine salad gains an interesting texture and a light nutty note, while the dressing of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce adds richness to the dish. It is perfect as a light appetizer or main course on a summer day. The history of such combinations traces back to Italy's culinary traditions, where the balance of flavors and the use of fresh ingredients are valued. This salad impresses with its rich palette and is ideal for gourmets seeking unusual flavor combinations.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 231.4
• Proteins: 8.6g
• Fats: 20.5g
• Carbohydrates: 4.7g

Ingredients

• Bacon: 6 pc
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Balsamic vinegar: 2 tbsp
• Worcestershire sauce: 2 tbsp
• Romaine lettuce: 5 bunch
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Soft blue cheese: 120 g

Cooking steps

1. Fry the bacon in a pan over medium heat. Place the crispy bacon pieces on a plate. In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp of fat from the pan with oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir and set the dressing aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 6 pieces
   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons
   • Worcestershire sauce: 2 tablespoons

2. Preheat the grill/grill pan. Cut the bunch of lettuce lengthwise. Grill the halves of the lettuce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Romaine lettuce: 5 bunch

3. Place the roasted salad on a plate with the cut side up. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with dressing, and top with bacon and pieces of blue cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Soft blue cheese: 120 g
   • Bacon: 6 pieces

4. The salad is ready. Enjoy your meal!