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Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe (Paleo, Whole30)

Last Updated on June 24, 2021 by Jean Choi

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Crunchy and refreshing Whole30 and paleo tomato salad with smoky bacon vinaigrette dressing! You’ll love the flavors of onion, basil, and crispy bacon bits with every bite.

Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe served on a large plate

This Whole30 and paleo tomato salad with bacon vinaigrette dressing is full of flavor that screams summer. It’s just so refreshing and light while still being filling. I actually had it for lunch with a side of sourdough bread, and it was so delicious!

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  • Easy Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • Directions
  • FAQs
  • Printable Recipe
Making vinaigrette dressing for paleo summer salad

Easy Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe

This delicious paleo bacon and tomato salad is simple but packed with flavor! Tomatoes, onion, bacon, and basil are tossed together with the most amazing bacon fat vinaigrette that’s zesty and smoky at the same time. In addition, the whole thing comes together super quickly, and it’s so easy as well! If you are looking for an easy dish, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or a summery side at a BBQ.

bacon tomato salad ingredients in a bowl

Ingredients In This Bacon and Tomato Salad

Don’t be fooled by the simplicity of the ingredients. Each component adds such a wonderful flavor and texture!

For the Salad

  • Tomatoes
  • Red onion
  • Basil
  • Bacon

For the Bacon Vinaigrette Dressing

  • Bacon fat (reserved from cooking the bacon in the instructions)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Garlic
  • Salt and pepper

Directions: How to Make Whole30 & Paleo Tomato Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette

  1. Slice the tomatoes and place in a large mixing bowl with onions and basil.
  2. Cook the bacon until crisp in a pan. Once it’s done cooking, remove and crumble into bits and save the bacon fat.
  3. Make the bacon fat vinaigrette: Combine bacon fat, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk together.
  4. Pour over the salad and toss together to coat. Serve immediately.
Pouring bacon fat vinaigrette over summer salad

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recipe

Is this recipe Whole30?

Yes, it’s refined sugar free and Whole30-compliant. Make sure to use sugar and nitrate-free bacon. If you need help finding a compliant brand, my favorite is Pederson Farms’ bacon. All their products have clean ingredients and taste amazing!

What kind of tomatoes work best?

I personally love heirloom tomatoes because they have the BEST flavor. Usually, I get them from the farmers market, but you can also find them at grocery stores. However, any other tomatoes you have on hand will work – even grape tomatoes. If you do use grape tomatoes, I recommend halving them before adding them to the salad.

Can you save the leftovers?

This bacon tomato salad is best eaten right away for that crunchy and refreshing flavor. However, you can save the leftovers by placing it in an airtight container and storing it in the fridge for up to 3 days. The contents may get a bit soggy, so I recommend not adding the bacon bits to the salad until you are ready to serve it.

Other Paleo & Whole30 summer salads you might love…

  • Raw Asparagus Salad (Paleo, Whole30, Vegan, Low Carb)
  • Creamy Grape Salad with Pecans and Bacon (Dairy Free, Whole30, Paleo)
  • Paleo Beet Salad with Cabbage and Pecans (Whole30, Vegan)
  • Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Prosciutto (Paleo, Whole30)
  • Creamy Cucumber Radish Salad (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)
bacon tomato salad tossed together on a plate

Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe (Paleo, Whole30)

Crunchy and refreshing Whole30 and paleo tomato salad with smoky bacon vinaigrette dressing! You'll love the flavors of onion, basil, and crispy bacon bits with every bite.
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Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bacon and tomato salad, bacon fat vinaigrette, bacon vinaigrette dressing, paleo salads, salad with bacon vinaigrette, summer salads, tomato bacon salad, whole30 dressing, whole30 salad dressing, whole30 salad recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 256kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 lb heirloom tomatoes or any other tomatoes
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 12 basil leaves torn
  • 8 oz bacon sugar free, for Whole30

Bacon Vinaigrette

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Cut tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and add to a mixing bowl. Add sliced onions and torn basil leaves.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon for 8-10 minutes until crisp. Remove from heat and crumble when cool enough to handle. Add to the salad.
  • Reserve 3 tbsp of bacon fat and add to a small bowl.
  • Add the remaining ingredients of the bacon vinaigrette to the bacon fat and whisk together.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss together. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Bacon Tomato Salad Recipe (Paleo, Whole30)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – makes 6)
Calories 256 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 10g
Cholesterol 25mg8%
Sodium 486mg21%
Potassium 658mg19%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 1948IU39%
Vitamin C 33mg40%
Calcium 35mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | June 24, 2021

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  1. Jenna says

    January 20, 2022 at 5:15 pm

    5 stars
    This is delicious! Will make again and shared with friends!

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