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Romaine in Bacon Vinaigrette
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Romaine in Bacon Vinaigrette

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 6 thick slices of bacon
  • 2 bunches of romaine lettuce
  • ¼ cup pistachios, chopped
  • ½ cup pomegranate arils

Bacon Vinaigrette

  • ¼ cup bacon drippings
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp honey

Instructions

  • Fry the bacon until crispy then place on a paper towel to cool. Chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  • Remove all but ¼ cup of bacon grease from the pan and let the drippings cool slightly.
  • Wash and trim two bunches of romaine lettuce and scatter on a large platter.
  • Top the lettuce with the chopped pistachios, pomegranate seeds and bacon pieces.
  • While the pan is off the heat, stir in the apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, Dijon mustard and honey. Wisk until smooth.
  • Spoon the Bacon Vinaigrette over the lettuce and serve the salad immediately. Enjoy!