Mini BLT Bites

Cherry tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with crumbled bacon, chopped lettuce and topped with an herbed mayo dressing for these appetizers.

Ingredients:

• 12-16 cherry tomatoes
• 5 bacon slices
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tsp pepper, or to taste
• 1 cup finely chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 green onion with top, finely chopped

Directions:

Cut a thin slice from the top of each cherry tomato and hollow out center, so it resembles a small cup. Turn tomatoes upside down to drain on paper towels. Cook, drain and finely chop or crumble the bacon. Mix mayonnaise, basil and pepper together to make an herbed mayonnaise. In each tomato cup, place a small amount of bacon, lettuce and a dab of herbed mayonnaise. Top with a few pieces green onion; serve as an appetizer for a light lunch.

Number of Servings: 4-6

Notes from the Cook: This is also fun with kids, we call it a Barbie BLT and our daughter loves the smaller size portion. Great for low carb, fresh summer entertaining. This is fun for a pool party instead of chips, crackers or dips. It is also a fun and modern dish that is affordable. People will enjoy the old-fashioned BLT taste and may hardly miss the bread.