Savory, flavor-packed, and easy to make – it’s the salad everyone wants the recipe for after just one bite!

A Savory Summer Salad

Some recipes are written down. Others are passed along.

This one came from a Mennonite family in our area. They made it for someone, who brought it to a 500 card party. By the end of the night, the bowl was empty and the recipe was being asked for.

That’s how it made its way here.

It’s the kind of salad that holds its place—simple ingredients, savory flavor, put together in a way that works every time.

• Ingredients you’ll need
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Printable Recipe Card
• Taking this recipe on the go
• Variations to try
• FAQ’s
• Pin for Later

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Why This Salad Recipe Gets Remembered

Crisp lettuce, bacon, eggs, cheese, and a creamy homemade dressing with just enough tang to balance everything out. Then the corn chips come in at the end and change the texture completely.

It’s the combination that does it. Savory while still feeling light.

Nothing complicated—just well put together.

This salad is just one way to enjoy hard-boiled eggs, my Tasty Smoked Eggs are a favorite on the grill (and learn how I get Farm Eggs to peel)!

Making Old-Fashioned BLT Salad

Ingredients

Salad

• 1 large head lettuce, chopped
• 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled (I always bake our bacon: single layer on a baking sheet, into a cold oven at 350° until crisp)
• 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 5 cups corn chips, coarsely broken
• ½ small sweet onion, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1–2 cups cherry tomatoes (optional)

Dressing

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• ¼ cup milk

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, stir together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
2. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, bacon, eggs, cheese, and any optional additions.
3. Right before serving, add the dressing and toss gently to coat. Fold in the corn chips last so they keep their crunch.

Serve immediately – Enjoy!

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Notes for Best Results

• Add the dressing and chips just before serving. If you are taking this salad to a party, pack the chips and dressing separately. That’s what keeps the texture where it should be.
• Keep ingredients cold and chopped into bite-sized pieces so everything mixes evenly without needing much stirring.
• Store in an air-tight container to keep everything fresh. This salad can last about 4 days in the fridge.

Printable Recipe Card

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A Recipe That Travels

This is the kind of recipe that moves through a community because it’s dependable.

Where can I serve this Summertime BLT Salad?

• Summer meals outside
• Potlucks and gatherings
• Alongside grilled meat
• Share with fellow summer sports families
• Or as a simple, filling meal on its own

It shows up, gets noticed, and gets made again somewhere else. After one time through, you’ll understand why.

This is a great salad to take along to share or pack for a field meal. If you’re planning for leftovers, keep the corn chips—and even the dressing—separate until just before serving.

Hearty, simple meals like this make up my two on-the-go recipe ebooks: Cook Once, Serve Twice and Dinners To-Go. You’ll find reliable meals that go over well for summer nights spent sitting on bleachers and leave the whole family feeling full.

Variations to try for this BLT Summer Salad

There’s something special about recipe testing in the summer. Picking veggies right from the backyard, supporting our friends at the farmers market. Fresh ingredients are in abundance this time of year, ready to brighten your next dish. Salads are built to be customizable so here are some I’ve tried:

What variations of this BLT salad can I try?

• Add grilled chicken to make it a full meal
• Use whatever cheese you have on hand
• Swap in garden lettuce/ spinach when it’s in season
• Use crackers or croutons in place of corn chips if needed
• Add an avocado for extra nutrients and flavor

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Questions about Making BLT Salad

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Final Thoughts

There’s something special about knowing where your recipe came from. This delicious summer salad is passed down from good neighbors and each bite reminds us to savor these precious warm nights spent in good company.

With all the flavors of a BLT sandwich, this salad is low-stress and perfect for summer meal prep or as a passing dish.

Enjoy and continue to pass this recipe on!

Welcoming the Warm Months

• Growing Dahlias
• Staying Productive for Gardening Season
• Knowing your USDA Hardiness Zone