Bacon, Lettuce,
Tomato + Avocado
This is the BLT's cousin.
We are taking everything you love
about a bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich and adding creamy avocado to the BLTA
sandwich. Crispy bacon, juicy tomato, crunchy lettuce, and ripe avocado are all
piled on toasted bread with mayo in the BLTA Sandwich.
The avocado makes the BLTA
sandwich richer and more filling. The bacon brings the salt and crunch to the
BLTA sandwich. The tomato adds freshness to the BLTA sandwich. It is the lunch
that feels like summer but works year-round for the BLTA Sandwich.
Ready in 20 minutes, no skills
needed for the BLTA Sandwich. Just good ingredients stacked in the BLTA
Sandwich. One bite. You get creamy, crunchy, smoky, and fresh all at once in
the BLTA Sandwich.
Why I love the BLTA Sandwich
recipe
I love the BLTA sandwich because
it is the sandwich I crave when I am bored of turkey and cheese.
First, the avocado in the BLTA
sandwich. It turns a sandwich into a great one. It adds creaminess so you do
not need a ton of mayo and healthy fats that keep me full through the afternoon
in the BLTA sandwich. When the avocado is perfectly ripe, it is like butter in
the BLT sandwich.
Then there is the bacon in the
BLTA sandwich. Thick-cut, cooked until it is crispy but a little chewy. That
smoky, salty flavor is the backbone of the BLTA sandwich. I always cook bacon
because it is impossible not to snack while making the BLT sandwich.
I also love the contrast in the
BLTA Sandwich. Crunchy lettuce, crisp bacon, soft avocado, juicy tomato, and
toasted bread. Every bite has a texture in the BLTA Sandwich. The colors are so
pretty. Green, red, and pink. It looks like something from a cafe in the BLTA
Sandwich.
It is fast too for the BLTA
Sandwich. 20 minutes start to finish. I make it for lunch and for quick
dinners. My kids call it the "BLT" and actually eat the avocado
because it is mixed in the BLTA sandwich.
What I really love is how simple
the BLTA sandwich is. No complications. 10 Steps. Layer good things on good
bread in the BLTA Sandwich. It is so customizable. Add cheese, add sauce, and swap
the bread. It is hard to mess up the BLTA sandwich.
This is my go-to when I want
something that feels indulgent but is not heavy for the BLTA Sandwich.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4
Difficulty
level: Easy
Ingredients
For 4 BLTA Sandwiches:
·
8 slices of cut bacon
·
8 slices of bread, sourdough or whole grain
·
2 ripe avocados
·
1 large tomato, sliced
·
1 cup lettuce, romaine or butter lettuce
·
1/4 cup mayonnaise
·
1 tsp lemon juice
·
Salt and black pepper to taste
·
Optional: 4 slices cheddar cheese
Tools
·
Large skillet
·
Toaster or skillet for bread
·
Knife and cutting board
·
Small bowl
·
Spatula
Step-by-Step
Instructions
Step 1.
Cook the bacon: Put bacon slices
in a skillet. Turn heat to medium. Cook 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until
crispy and golden. Transfer to paper towels. Save 1 tsp bacon fat if you want
to toast bread in it for the BLT sandwich.
Step 2.
Toast the bread: While bacon
cooks, toast 8 slices of bread until golden. You can use a toaster or toast the bacon in fat for flavor. Toasting keeps the BLTA sandwich from getting soggy.
Step 3.
Make the spread: Cut avocados in half and
remove the pit. Scoop into a bowl. Add lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and
pepper. Mash with a fork until chunky. Do not make it smooth. You want chunks
in the BLTA Sandwich.
Step 4.
Prep the veggies: Slice the tomato 1/4 inch. Pat with a paper towel to remove juice. Dry lettuce leaves for the BLTA
sandwich.
Step 5.
Build the BLTA Sandwich: Spread
mayo on one side of each toast. On 4 slices, spread the avocado.
Step 6.
Layer it up: On the side, add
lettuce, then 2-3 tomato slices, then 2 slices of crispy bacon. Add cheese now
if using. Top with the piece of toast, mayo side down, in the BLTA sandwich.
Step 7.
Cut and serve: Press gently. Cut
in half. Serve away while bacon is still crisp in the BLTA sandwich.
Approximate Macros per BLTA Sandwich
v
Calories: 480 kcal
v
Carbohydrates: 32 g
v
Protein: 15 g
v
Fat: 32 g
v
Fiber: 7 g
v
Sugar: 4 g
v
Sodium: 890 mg
What to serve with the BLTA Sandwich
Serve the BLTA Sandwich with potato chips, dill pickles, or
a side salad. It is perfect with tomato soup for dipping. For lunch, add fruit
like grapes or apple slices. An iced tea or lemonade pairs great with the BLTA
sandwich.
Tips and Variations
o
Perfect avocado: It should give slightly when
pressed. If it is hard, leave it on for 1-2 days for the BLTA Sandwich.
o
Crispier bacon: Bake bacon at 400°F for 15
minutes for even cooking in the BLTA sandwich.
o
Bread: Sourdough holds up best. Brioche makes
the BLTA Sandwich more indulgent.
o
Add heat: Add sliced jalapeño or a swipe of
sriracha mayo to the BLTA sandwich.
o
Meal prep: Cook bacon ahead. Assemble right
before eating; the bread does not get soggy in the BLTA sandwich.
Substitutes Note
o
No avocado: Use guacamole or hummus for
creaminess in the BLTA sandwich.
o
No bacon: Use turkey bacon, tempeh bacon,
or grilled chicken in the BLTA sandwich.
o
No mayo: Use yogurt, mashed avocado only,
or pesto in the BLTA Sandwich.
o
Gluten-free: Use GF bread or serve as a
lettuce wrap in the BLTA sandwich.
o
Dairy-free: Skip cheese or use vegan
cheese in the BLTA sandwich.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I keep the avocado from browning?
Add lemon juice. Assemble right before eating. Leftovers
will not stay long in the BLTA Sandwich.
2. What is the best bread?
Something sturdy like sourdough or whole grain. Soft
sandwich bread gets soggy in the BLTA sandwich.
3. Can I make the BLTA Sandwich ahead?
Cook bacon ahead. Build the BLTA sandwich fresh, or it gets
soggy.
4. How many bacon slices per BLTA sandwich?
2 slices is classic. 3. If you are hungry for the BLTA
sandwich.
5. Is the BLTA Sandwich healthy?
It has protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Use grain bread and
less mayo to lighten the BLTA sandwich.
6. Can I add egg?
Yes! A fried egg on top makes it a BLTAE. It is amazing for
brunch in the BLTA sandwich.
The BLTA sandwich is everything you want in lunch. Crispy,
creamy, fresh, and so satisfying. The avocado takes the BLT sandwich to the next
level.
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