BLT Salad With Creamy Basil Dressing

• slices bacon, chopped↗8
• baguette↗1⁄2
• garlic cloves, halved↗2
• tomatoes↗2
• avocado↗1
• romaine lettuce, torn↗6 cups
• red onion, thinly sliced↗1⁄2 cup
• Dressing
• fresh basil, finely chopped↗1⁄2 cup
• plain yogurt↗1⁄4 cup
• light mayonnaise↗1⁄4 cup
• sherry wine vinegar or 2 teaspoons wine vinegar↗2 teaspoons
• pinch salt↗1
• pinch pepper↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together basil, yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat for about 7 minutes or until crisp. Drain on paper towels.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, cut baguette diagonally into 12 slices. Broil on a baking sheet, turning once, for about 1 minute or until golden. Rub both sides with cut sides of garlic. Arrange in serving basket.

4. 4

   Cut tomatoes into 1/2 inch thick wedges. Peel, pit and cut avocado into 1/2 inch cubes.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, onion and half of the dressing; arrange on large plates. Top with tomatoes and avocado; spoon remaining dressing over top. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve with garlic toasts.