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Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad

Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad pairs tender leaf lettuce with a hot, tangy dressing made from bacon drippings, red wine vinegar, and a hint of lemon. Crisp bacon and fresh green onions add texture and brightness, creating a balanced mix of smoky, salty, and lightly sweet flavors. Serve it as a comforting side for weeknight dinners or alongside grilled mains.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad
  1. 1

    Assemble all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Put the bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Take the bacon out of the skillet, crumble it, and set it aside; keep the bacon drippings in the pan.

  3. 3

    Add the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, and pepper to the pan with the bacon drippings; stir carefully over medium heat until hot.

  4. 4

    Combine the lettuce and green onions in a large bowl; pour on the warm dressing and toss to coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the salad with the bacon and serve.

About This Recipe

Warm Bacon Dressed Lettuce Salad is an American salad recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Green Onion, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 39.08 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad?
It is an American salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for salad.
What is Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Green Onion, Lemon Juice, Lettuce Leaves. The full list of 7 is above.
How long does it take to make Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad?
About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 39.08 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Warm Bacon-Dressed Lettuce Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 5 steps.

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