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Best BLT Sandwich Recipe

A BLT leveled up with marinated tomatoes and pimento cheese!
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Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 3 sandwiches

Ingredients

For the marinated tomatoes:

  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced

For the sandwich:

  • 6 slices whole wheat bread
  • 6 Tablespoons pimento cheese (homemade or store bought)
  • 3 pieces bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 3 pieces of bibb lettuce (arugula or green leaf lettuce also work)

Instructions

For the marinated tomatoes:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together everything except the tomatoes.
  • Add the tomato and toss to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature.

For the sandwich:

  • Cook bacon until desired doneness in the microwave.
  • Toast the bread if desired.
  • On one bread piece, spread 2-3 Tablespoons of pimento cheese.
  • Layer the lettuce, marinated tomatoes, and cooked bacon on top. Sandwich the bread together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 sandwich | Calories: 547kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 28g