BLT Appetizer Bites

These BLT Bites are a low carb appetizer that has all the deliciousness of a classic BLT sandwich stuffed into cherry tomatoes! They are easy party appetizers that pack a ton of flavor and are great for summer picnics, game day events, and more.

❤️ Why you'll love it

Bursting with flavor: these little blt bites give a perfect pop of crispy bacon in a creamy filling with a little kick of chipotle heat.  

Perfect appetizer: this mini blt bites are an appetizer recipe that won't let you or your guests down! 

Pop-able pleasure: bite-sized pieces that burst with flavor in every bite.

🥘 Ingredients for BLT Bites

Cherry tomatoes: choose ripe tomatoes that are firm when gently squeezed; you want the freshest tomatoes possible for this blt appetizer.

Thick-cut bacon: be sure to cook bacon until crispy, using thick cut bacon offers more substance to the filling. 

Green onions

Parmesan cheese

Fresh parsley

Chipotle chili powder 

🔪 Instructions

1. Cut a thin slice off the bottom of the tomato so it will stand still on the serving plate. 
2. Cut another thin slice along the top of the tomato and using a small spoon, scoop out the pulp, membrane, and seeds from the tomato.
3. Invert tomato over a paper towel to drain.
4. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, bacon, white part of the green onion, parsley, and chipotle chili powder.
5. Fill hollowed out tomato with bacon filling and arrange on a serving platter with romaine lettuce leaves. Chill until ready to serve.
6. Prior to serving, garnish blt salad bites with a sprinkle of parsley or the green part of the green oniion.

🥄 Equipment

Sharp knife

Serving plate

Small spoon

Mixing bowl

Mixing spoon

Paper towels

🥫Storage

Refrigerate: store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days.

Freeze: not recommended

📖 Variations

Low fat option: substitute crispy cooked turkey bacon in place of the thick cut bacon and use a light mayo in place of regular.

Vegetarian option: substitute bacon bits (made with vegetable protein) with diced pieces swiss cheese for a vegetarian friendly option.

Buffalo Chicken BLT Bites: Mix finely shredded cooked chicken into the filling with a tablespoon of buffalo sauce for a spicy kick. Fill the tomatoes with this mixture, and top with crumbled blue cheese and a small piece of crispy bacon.

💭 Tips

• Use firm, ripe cherry tomatoes to ensure they hold their shape when stuffed.
• Hollow out the tomatoes carefully to avoid piercing the skin.
• Crispy bacon adds a delightful crunch to the filling, I love to make my bacon in the air fryer for the perfect fry.

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🍽 Serve with..

Serve this easy appetizer for your next party with a side of crispy bread chips and your favorite dipping sauce.

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