Greek Salad with Bacon
Elevate your classic Greek salad with a smoky, savory twist in this irresistible Greek Salad with Bacon. Crisp Romaine lettuce forms the perfect base for a medley of vibrant cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, zesty red onion, briny Kalamata olives, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. The star of the dish is crispy slices of bacon, adding a mouthwatering layer of richness to every bite. Tossed in a simple yet flavor-packed dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, and garlic, this salad strikes the perfect balance between Mediterranean freshness and indulgent comfort. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s both satisfying and easy to make. Perfect as a light main dish or a standout side, this Greek-inspired bacon salad will become a new go-to in your recipe collection.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.75 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.75 cup Feta cheese
- 6 slices Cooked bacon
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into half-moons, and thinly slice the red onion. Add all to the bowl with the lettuce.
Step 3
Slice the cooked bacon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Add the Kalamata olives and crumble the feta cheese over the salad.
Step 5
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, smoky flavors of this Greek Salad with Bacon!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1510.8 grams (1510.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1677 |
| Total Fat 143.80g | 184% |
| Saturated Fat 35.30g | 177% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.50g | |
| Cholesterol 148mg | 49% |
| Sodium 5597mg | 243% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.40g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.40g | 87% |
| Total Sugars 16.70g | |
| Protein 44.70g | 89% |
| Vitamin D 26IU | 129% |
| Calcium 1041mg | 80% |
| Iron 14mg | 79% |
| Potassium 2443mg | 52% |
Source of Calories