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Smoky BBQ Brisket and Crispy Bacon Salad Bowl
Indulge in our Smoky BBQ Brisket and Crispy Bacon Salad—a meat-lover's dream with rich flavors and hearty textures. Perfect for a special feast!
Recipe Overview
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings
4
Cuisine
American
Indulge in our Smoky BBQ Brisket and Crispy Bacon Salad—a meat-lover's dream with rich flavors and hearty textures. Perfect for a special feast!
Ingredients
- • Beef brisket: 1 pound
- • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- • Smoked paprika: 1 tablespoon
- • Garlic powder: 1 tablespoon
- • Onion powder: 1 tablespoon
- • Black pepper: 1 teaspoon
- • Salt: 1 teaspoon
- • Barbecue sauce: 1/2 cup
- • Thick-cut bacon: 6 slices
- • Mixed salad greens: 6 cups
- • Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- • Red onion: 1, thinly sliced
- • Blue cheese crumbles: 1/2 cup
- • Avocado: 1, diced
- • Ranch dressing: 1/2 cup
- • Fresh chives: 2 tablespoons, chopped
Instructions
- 1 Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2 Rub the brisket with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Ensure it's evenly coated and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3 Place the marinated brisket in a roasting pan and cover with aluminum foil. Roast in the oven for 2.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and juicy.
- 4 Remove the foil, brush the brisket generously with barbecue sauce, and return to the oven for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly.
- 5 While the brisket finishes, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.
- 6 Once the brisket is done, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- 7 In a large salad bowl, layer the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, blue cheese, avocado, and sliced brisket.
- 8 Sprinkle the crispy bacon bits over the salad, drizzle with ranch dressing, and garnish with fresh chives. Serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions
- • This robust salad pairs perfectly with warm, crusty bread or buttery garlic knots for a satisfying meal. For a refreshing beverage, consider serving it with a chilled glass of iced tea or a light lager. The tangy notes of a cranberry or raspberry iced tea complement the smoky flavors beautifully, while a lager's crisp finish balances the richness of the brisket and bacon.
Storage Tips
If you have leftovers, store the salad components separately to maintain freshness. Keep the brisket and bacon in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the brisket in a skillet over low heat or in the oven at 300°F (150°C) until warmed through. Assemble the salad just before serving to keep the greens crisp and vibrant.
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