Crispy Bacon and Sweet Corn Salad with Tangy Greek Yogurt Dressing
Summer Diet Favorite! Bacon Corn Salad (Healthy Greek Yogurt Dressing Recipe)
A delightful salad featuring fresh vegetables, savory bacon, and sweet corn, all brought together with a bright and healthy Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal on hot summer days, this salad helps you feel full while keeping your body lean. Enjoy a dish that’s both delicious and good for you!
Salad Ingredients
- 2 strips thick-cut bacon
- 5 Tbsp canned corn kernels
- 4 cherry tomatoes
- 1/3 cucumber
- 2 cups lettuce (torn into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sliced almonds
- 1 Tbsp toasted sunflower seeds
- 1/6 yellow bell pepper
- 1/6 red bell pepper
Tangy Greek Yogurt Dressing
- 3 Tbsp Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 0.3 Tbsp salt
- 2 grinds black pepper
- 3 Tbsp Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 0.3 Tbsp salt
- 2 grinds black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the star of our salad: the Greek yogurt dressing. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of thick Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 0.5 tablespoon of sugar, 0.3 tablespoon of salt, and about 2 grinds of black pepper. Whisk everything together with a fork or a small whisk until smooth and well combined. This healthy and delicious dressing is ready! For the best flavor, chill it in the refrigerator while you prepare the rest of the salad.
Step 2
Next, we’ll prepare the bacon, which adds a wonderful savory crunch. Finely chop 2 strips of thick-cut bacon into small, bite-sized pieces. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the chopped bacon to the hot pan without any oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is golden brown and crispy. The bacon will release its own fat as it cooks. Once crisp, remove the bacon from the pan and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease for a cleaner taste.
Step 3
Now it’s time to prep the fresh vegetables. Halve the vibrant cherry tomatoes. Wash the cucumber thoroughly, leaving the skin on if you prefer, and slice it into thin half-moons or finely chop it. Remove the seeds from the yellow and red bell peppers and dice them into small pieces, similar in size to the other ingredients. Wash the lettuce leaves and gently pat them dry or use a salad spinner. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Choose a wide, attractive serving bowl for your salad. Start by creating a base with the torn lettuce. Arrange the cucumber slices attractively over the lettuce. The fresh green lettuce and white cucumber already look so inviting!
Step 5
Time to add some vibrant color! Artfully arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and the diced yellow and red bell peppers on top of the lettuce and cucumber. The array of colors will make the salad even more appealing and appetizing.
Step 6
Generously sprinkle the crispy, cooked bacon pieces and the sweet canned corn kernels over the salad. The combination of the savory bacon and the sweet corn will create a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Step 7
Finally, drizzle the prepared Greek yogurt dressing evenly over the salad. Adjust the amount of dressing to your liking. To finish, sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds and sunflower seeds over the top for an extra layer of crunch and nutty flavor. Your delicious and healthy Bacon Corn Salad is now complete! Enjoy your refreshing meal!
