Love BLT sandwiches? Here are dozens of delicious recipe idea that will let you enjoy a different type of BLT every time you make them!

BLT sandwich variations

Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches definitely make my list of top 10 favorite foods.

They are quick and easy to make, cheap, and very adaptable, as you will see below.

Perfection in a sandwich.

How To Improve A BLT

The trick to making a really good BLT, is to make sure that you use the highest quality ingredients possible:

  • Use quality bread
  • Buy the freshest of summer tomatoes and lettuce
  • Don’t skimp on the bacon

It’s easy to feed a big group of people on a budget by making BLTs. All you need is a loaf of bread and toaster, sliced tomatoes, lettuce, and a jar of mayonnaise.

This is my family’s go-to summertime meal when we don’t want to heat up the house by cooking inside.

Keep reading to learn how to improve a BLT sandwich.

The Best Bacon

I prefer to bake the bacon instead of fry it for a BLT sandwich. This will yield bacon that is crisp but not greasy, and perfectly formed to lay flat on the sandwich.

DIY BLT platter: Choose your BLT toppings. Every eater is happy!

BLT Variations

Don’t get me wrong , BLT sandwiches are great just the way they are. Stacked high with layers of crisp bacon, lettuce, juicy tomatoes and slathered with mayo.

But eating the same sandwich day after day can get boring.

Here are some more creative ways to make a BLT sandwich:

  • Bacon, basil, and tomato
  • Bacon, arugula, and tomato
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado
  • Bacon, lettuce, and oil-packed sun dried tomatoes
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and hot giardiniera peppers
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and grilled chicken
  • Bacon, lettuce, and fried green tomato
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and turkey
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomato and smoked salmon
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and fried egg
  • Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and cheese

BLT sandwiches made even better with bacon mayonnaise. Yes, bacon mayo.

Alternative Sauces For a BLT

In lieu of traditional mayonnaise, try one of the following sauces:

How to make bacon mayonnaise. Goes great on a BLT sandwich!

Alternative Breads For a BLT

Also, experiment with other types of bread:

  • Multi-grain
  • Sourdough
  • Texas toast
  • Garlic bread
  • Focaccia
  • Croissant
  • Wraps
  • Gluten-free bread

You can also experiment with different types of lettuce other than traditional iceberg (such as romaine or arugula). If you have other ideas, please share them below!

How To Assemble A BLT Sandwich

These instructions are for a basic BLT sandwich:

  • Toast bread
  • Spread both slices generously with mayonnaise
  • Add 2 to 3 slices of bacon (break in half if too long)
  • Add 2 to 3 thin slices of tomato
  • Add 1 or 2 lettuce leaves
  • Top with 2nd slice of bread, press down to secure ingredients, and slice in half

But if you’re looking for different ways to prepare a BLT, experiment beyond these basic ingredients.

Set Up An Assemble-Your-Own BLT Platter

Another idea to consider: Set up a build-your-own BLT platter with a variety of toppings. This way, everyone gets to assemble their own version of a BLT.

Build-your-own BLT platter: Each person gets to choose what they want on their sandwich. Genius!

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Get the recipe: BLT pizza

Summery BLT salad recipe, from Cheap Recipe Blog

Get the recipe: Deluxe BLT salad

Build-your-own BLT platter: Each person gets to choose what they want on their sandwich. Genius!

Get the recipe: A build-your-own BLT platter