Creamy BLT Bruschetta is full of fresh tomatoes, basil, and best of all BACON! This twist on the classic appetizer will be a new favorite!
The classic bruschetta appetizer is definitely a favorite for many people, but this twist is going to have you making it this way from now on! Fresh tomatoes, basil, lettuce, and bacon all tied together with a delicious tangy creamy sauce! With only a handful of ingredients, this BLT Bruschetta will be a summer staple!
Make this along with my BLT Pasta Salad and your summer BBQ will be off to a great start!
This BLT Bruschetta is quick, easy, and only uses a handful of ingredients - let's cook!
How to make BLT Bruschetta:
**scroll down for full ingredient list and printable directions**
- Start by prepping the baguette slices:
- Slice the bread thinly into slices, then brush the top of the bread lightly with olive oil. Place the baguette slices in a single layer and bake at 350 degrees for about 5-7 minutes or until lightly toasted.
- Alternatively you can toast using an air fryer - 350 degrees for 3-4 minutes.
- Make the sauce: add mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, pepper, and salt to a large bowl and whisk well to combine.
- Carefully fold in the chopped tomatoes, lettuce, green onions, and bacon, taking care not to mash the ingredients.
- Once everything is coated evenly, serve in a serving dish or bowl alongside the toasted baguette slices.
When is the best time to make Creamy BLT Bruschetta?
- Once mid summer hits, it seems like my tomato plants go insane and I have such an overload of tomatoes. With this recipe, you can use as many or as little as tomatoes as desired. If cooking for a big crowd, the more tomatoes, the better!
- BLT Bruschetta is great for summer BBQ’s, potlucks, parties, Bunco…you name it, people are going to love it!
- It is quick to throw together, uses fresh ingredients, and is pretty cheap as well.
Cooking Tips:
- Buy a baguette and slice it up, or get pre-sliced crostini’s – personally, I like to get the fresh baguette and go from there because I just love fresh bread.
- Buy pre-cooked bacon and just heat and chop, makes it very simple. Alternatively, use and Air Fryer to make quick and less greasy bacon then chop it up! You can also use make bacon in the microwave!
- Make the day before, but keep the dressing separate from the fresh ingredients. About an hour before serving, toss everything together and let meld in the fridge for an hour before serving.
- Cutting Carbs? Serve with lettuce wraps or cheese crips!
In case you are interested in the delicious Creamy BLT Pasta Salad I mentioned above, here is the recipe. All the ingredients are basically the same, except there is pasta as well!
Other summer foods to pair with Creamy BLT Bruschetta at your BBQ:
- Heirloom Bruschetta with Whipped Feta Spread
- Hot and Cheesy Artichoke Dip
- Turkey Club Eggrolls
- Pimento Cheese
- Creamy Pesto Caprese Potato Salad
- Bruschetta Baked Brie Appetizer
- Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe
- Dill Pickle Dip
- Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Creamy BLT Bruschetta is full of fresh tomatoes, basil, and best of all BACON! This twist on the classic appetizer will be a new favorite!
- 1 baguette , sliced into pieces
- olive oil
- 4 roma tomatoes , chopped
- 1 romaine heart , chopped thinly
- ½ cup chopped bacon (about 3 cooked slices)
- ½ cup light mayonnaise
- 1 ½ TBS sugar
- 1 TBS apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
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In a large bowl combine mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, pepper, and salt; whisk well to combine. Add tomatoes, lettuce, and bacon; carefully fold to coat the ingredients, taking care not to mash them.
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Place mixture into a serving bowl/dish, set aside.
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Lightly brush your bread slices on both sides with olive oil, place into toaster oven and cook until lightly toasted. Remove and serve alongside BLT bruschetta.
Recipe first published in 2016. Updated in 2019 and 2024.
Tanya Schroeder says
This is such a simple appetizer! So fresh!
Chelsea says
The best sandwich made into the best appetizer! Genius and SOOO delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Alli says
This recipe is amazing. So easy and we adore it.
Rachael Yerkes says
My favorite snack!!!
Becky Hardin says
Such an awesome brunch idea.
Shannon Graham says
This is such a BRILLIANT combination!! I can't wait to try this, seriously, looks so good!
Beth Pierce says
What a good looking and mouth watering appetizer! This will be great with Mother's Day brunch!
Catalina says
What a tasty and easy appetizer idea! Looks fabulous!
Krista says
This is everything I love in one dish! Gotta have it this weekend!
Allyson says
You will LOVE it!
Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says
I need to try this immediately, it looks so good! So hungry for this!
Krystle Smith says
It was so good! The classic bruschetta is tasty, but this version takes it to a new level of flavor and goodness.
Melissa says
Yummy - I absolutely love this recipe! I made it for our family this weekend and loved it. Thanks so much!
Sandra says
Made this for lunch today and I really liked it! I could literally eat it every single day, it was so good!
Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert says
Finally tried this, and it did not disappoint! Indeed, it's the perfect summer appetizer! Fresh, flavorful and so easy to make!
Gust says
I made the Creamy BLT Bruschetta for a family gathering, and it was a huge hit! The combination of flavors was incredible, and it was so satisfying knowing it’s a low-carb option.
Janelle says
This recipe was sooooo tasty! Thanks a bunch!
April says
I didn't think it was possible to improve on bruschetta, but you've done it with this! Fantastic!
tisha says
This innovative take on a classic appetizer is sure to become a new favorite at any gathering!