Make your classic BLT even better with sourdough. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, my version of a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich features a few simple upgrades that might just make it the best BLT you've ever eaten!
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I always take making a sandwich seriously. Whether a simple grilled cheese or egg salad to something fancier like a cranberry and brie turkey sandwich, quality ingredients and an extra couple of minutes make all the difference between a quick lunch you'll eat to one you look forward to.
And so it should come as no surprise that I won't accept a mediocre BLT. Instead, a few simple upgrades make it, possibly, the best BLT ever. Here's why you'll love it:
- Quick and Easy. Ready in minutes, this sandwich makes for a satisfying meal on busy days.
- Perfect for Summer Tomatoes. If you're so lucky to have a surplus of fresh garden tomatoes, this sandwich is a great way to enjoy them.
- No Mayo. While mayo is classic for a BLT, I use greek yogurt ranch instead. It's creamy, lighter and has so much more flavor.
- Uses the Best Bread. Just like a loaf of sourdough elevates French toast and garlic bread, slices of your favorite sourdough make for an excellent sandwich.
The Ingredients
- Sourdough- A couple of slices of chewy sourdough are the perfect vessel for a sandwich. You can use another type of bread if you'd like such as sprouted grain bread.
- Bacon- I prefer thin-cut bacon in a BLT as I find thick can be hard to bite all of the way through. Because then you end up pulling out a whole piece with one bite... and no one wants that.
- Tomato- A large fresh, juicy tomato is perfect for these sandwiches. I like to use beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes.
- Lettuce- I typically use leaf lettuce as I love its flavor. You can use romaine, butter or iceberg instead.
- Greek Yogurt Ranch- While most BLT recipes are made with mayo, I prefer to use ranch (particularly my Greek yogurt ranch). It adds creaminess and extra flavor.
- Red Wine Vinegar- Optional but dressing the tomatoes with a drizzle of this brings out their flavor and ensures the sandwich is extra juicy.
The Method
1. Cook the bacon. In a large skillet over medium low heat, add the bacon and cover to cook for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
Remove to a plate lined with paper towels.
2. Toast the bread. Very lightly toast the bread and spread half of the ranch on the inside of each piece.
3. Assemble. Top the inside of one slice with the lettuce and the tomato. Drizzle the red wine vinegar over the tomato.
Then place the bacon on top of the tomato followed by the second slice of bread.
4. Serve.
Leftovers and Storage
This sourdough BLT sandwich is best eaten immediately after making so I recommend enjoying it fresh (you can prep the bacon 1-2 days ahead though). However, if you want to make it ahead or have leftovers, here is how to store it.
To Store: Allow to cool on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes so that it doesn't get soggy and then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Enjoy cold.
Make it Your Own
- Additional Meat- Add another meat such as turkey or chicken to make it more filling and add flavor. (Or make this Turkey BLT Sandwich).
- Include Cheese- Try adding gouda, cheddar or goat cheese to make the sandwich extra creamy.
- Avocado- Incorporate avocado slices for an extra layer of texture.
- Add Veggies- In addition the lettuce and tomato, you can try including:
- Caramelized Onions
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Sautéed Spinach
- Swap out the Spread- I love a good spread on a sandwich which is why I typically make this with ranch. But for a different flavor, you could try it with:
- Pesto (this recipe is made without pine nuts)
- Chimichurri
- Mayo (classic for a BLT)
Serving Ideas
If you're wondering what to serve with a sourdough BLT sandwich, any side that you like with sandwiches goes!
- Potatoes: Fries are always a good idea.
- Soup: I love serving them with a simple bowl of cherry tomato or potato soup.
- Salad: Sandwiches and salads are a delicious pairing. Try this with a Mixed Berry Spinach Salad or Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad.
- And More: Pickles, beet chips or see this list of Perfect Sides to Serve with BLTs.
Tips for the Best BLT Sandwich
- Very Lightly Toast the Bread. Lightly toast the bread to enhance its texture and prevent it from becoming soggy when assembling the sandwich but don't toast it too much or it will be hard to bite into and might scratch the top of your mouth.
- Use Red Wine Vinegar for Tomatoes. Drizzle the tomatoes with red wine vinegar before assembling the sandwich to add juiciness, flavor and brighten up the taste.
- Make it with Ranch Dressing. Swapping out mayo for ranch dressing takes your sourdough BLT sandwich to the next level. Trust me.
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Sourdough BLT Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices sourdough
- 2-4 slices thin-cut bacon
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar optional
- 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt ranch
- ½ heirloom tomato sliced
- ½ cup leaf lettuce about 3 leaves
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium low heat, add the bacon and cover to cook for 10-15 minutes until crispy. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels and drain the grease into a heat safe dish.
- Very lightly toast the sourdough bread and then spread 1 and ½ tablespoons of ranch on the inside of each piece.
- Assemble the sandwich by layering lettuce and tomato onto the inside of one piece of bread. Drizzle the red wine vinegar over top of the tomato and then add the bacon and the second slice of bread.
- Enjoy!
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