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Turkey BLT “Sandwich” aka Crispy Lettuce Buns

Ingredients

  • 1-2 slices nitrate free bacon cooked to your liking
  • 4 ounces sliced or pulled leftover turkey
  • 1 slice gouda or any cheese of choice
  • one medium head of iceberg lettuce
  • 1 vine ripened tomato
  • 1/2 small red onion peeled and sliced
  • 1-2 Tbsps homemade ranch dressing

For your homemade Ranch Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste about an 1/8 teaspoon each
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
  • 2 Tbsps finely chopped chives

Instructions

  • Place your lettuce on a cutting board and carefully cut 2 slices to create the lettuce buns as shown.
  • If it feels too thick or too dense, you can remove a few of the center pieces until it's just right for you.
  • Slice your tomato and red onion, and get all the remaining ingredients together.
  • To assemble: add a spoonful or two, of homemade ranch dressing on top of one side of your lettuce "bun.
  • Top with turkey slices, cheese, tomatoes, and onion to your liking.
  • Place crispy bacon on top, then sandwich the whole thing with the second lettuce "bun". Serve immediately and enjoy!

For the homemade ranch sauce

  • Add all the ranch ingredients to a very small glass bowl, then whisk until well combined.