Gourmet Avocado BLT Delight
This Gourmet Avocado BLT Delight takes the classic bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich to new heights with the addition of creamy avocado and a burst of fresh flavor. Inspired by a beloved local recipe, this sandwich combines crispy bacon with peppery rocket, ripe tomatoes, and crunchy vegetables, all generously layered on thick, crusty bread. The blend of pesto and lemon-infused avocado creates a sensational spread that not only enhances the taste but also adds a vibrant green color to your plate. Perfect for lunch or a delicious afternoon snack, this sandwich is as visually appealing as it is satisfying, making it a fantastic option for impressing guests or indulging yourself.
2
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
thick crusty bread
4 slices (none)
bacon
4-6 strips (cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces)
tomatoes
2 (skinned and diced)
avocado
1 (mashed)
lemon
1 (juiced)
pesto sauce or fresh basil
1 tablespoon (none)
rocket lettuce
1 cup (washed and dried)
snow peas
1 handful (trimmed)
string beans
1 handful (trimmed and chopped)
butter
as needed (for spreading)
shredded white cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In a skillet, fry the bacon over medium heat until crispy, then cut it into bite-sized pieces.
2
While the bacon is cooking, boil a small pot of water.
3
Once the water is boiling, gently add the tomatoes and blanch them for 15 seconds.
4
Remove the tomatoes from the boiling water and immediately place them in a bowl of cold water to halt the cooking process. After a minute, peel off the skins and dice the tomatoes.
5
Next, add the snow peas and string beans to the boiling water and cook for 1 minute to keep them crunchy. Drain and set aside.
6
In a small bowl, mash the avocado and mix in the pesto sauce or chopped basil along with the freshly squeezed lemon juice to taste.
7
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side of two slices, generously spread the avocado mixture.
8
Layer the avocado-topped bread with a handful of rocket, followed by diced tomatoes, bacon pieces, snow peas, string beans, and finally top with shredded cheese.
9
Close the sandwich with the other slices of bread, buttered side facing out.
10
Grill the sandwiches on medium heat for about 2-4 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the bread is golden and crusty.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gourmet Avocado BLT Delight?
It is an elevated version of the classic bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich that includes creamy avocado, pesto, snow peas, and string beans on thick crusty bread.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to make 2 servings.
What type of bread should I use for this sandwich?
The recipe calls for 4 slices of thick, crusty bread to hold the generous layers of ingredients.
How should the bacon be prepared?
Fry 4-6 strips of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Why do the tomatoes need to be blanched?
Blanching the tomatoes for 15 seconds in boiling water makes it easy to peel off the skins before dicing them.
How do I stop the tomatoes from cooking after blanching?
Immediately place the tomatoes in a bowl of cold water after removing them from the boiling water to halt the cooking process.
How do I prepare the green vegetables?
Add the snow peas and string beans to boiling water for 1 minute to keep them crunchy, then drain and set aside.
What is in the avocado spread?
The spread consists of one mashed avocado mixed with one tablespoon of pesto sauce or chopped fresh basil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
What kind of lettuce is recommended?
The recipe uses 1 cup of rocket lettuce (also known as arugula) for a peppery flavor.
What type of cheese works best for this sandwich?
You can use 1/2 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese.
How do I assemble the sandwich?
Layer the avocado mixture, rocket, diced tomatoes, bacon, snow peas, string beans, and shredded cheese between the bread slices.
Which side of the bread should be buttered?
Spread butter on one side of each slice. The buttered side should face outward when grilling to ensure a golden crust.
How long should I grill the sandwich?
Grill the sandwiches on medium heat for about 2-4 minutes until the bread is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Can I substitute the pesto?
Yes, if you do not have pesto sauce, you can use fresh chopped basil instead.
What makes this BLT gourmet?
The addition of a lemon-pesto avocado spread, blanched snow peas, and string beans elevates it from a standard sandwich.
Do I need to trim the snow peas?
Yes, the snow peas should be trimmed and the string beans should be trimmed and chopped before cooking.
What is the purpose of the lemon juice?
The lemon juice adds a burst of fresh flavor and helps keep the mashed avocado from browning.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick lunch?
Yes, it is categorized as a Lunch/Snack and is perfect for a satisfying mid-day meal.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 11 ingredients used in this gourmet sandwich.
Can I use a different kind of lettuce?
While rocket provides a specific peppery bite, you can substitute other greens if preferred, though it may change the flavor profile.
Should the bacon be cut before or after cooking?
The bacon should be fried until crispy first, and then cut into bite-sized pieces.
Can I make this sandwich vegetarian?
You can make it vegetarian by omitting the bacon or replacing it with a plant-based bacon substitute.
What is the recommended serving size?
The recipe yields two full sandwiches.
Does the recipe include nutritional information?
The current data does not specify calories, fat, or other macronutrients.
Can I use lime instead of lemon?
While lemon is specified, lime can be used as a substitute for a slightly different citrus notes in the avocado mash.
How do I ensure the bread is crusty?
Using thick-cut artisan bread and grilling it with butter on the outside will provide the desired crunchy texture.
What tools do I need?
You will need a skillet for the bacon and grilling, and a small pot for boiling the vegetables.
Is the cheese melted inside?
Yes, the final step of grilling for 2-4 minutes ensures the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Can I prepare the avocado mixture ahead of time?
It is best prepared fresh, but the lemon juice helps preserve the color if you need to make it shortly before assembly.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include BLT, avocado sandwich, gourmet sandwich, fresh vegetables, and healthy lunch.