This Bacon and Tomato Sandwich is a simple yet satisfying classic — crunchy, smoky bacon paired with ripe, juicy tomatoes layered between slices of toasted bread. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner, this easy sandwich is fresh, crispy, and full of flavor.
⏱ Prep Time
- Prep: 5 minutes
- Cook: 10 minutes
- Total: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings
- Serves 2
🔧 Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Paper towels
- Knife and cutting board
- Toaster or grill pan
🥓 Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 4 slices bread (white, wheat, or sourdough)
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: lettuce leaves or baby spinach for freshness
🧂 Ingredient Notes
- Bacon: Thick-cut bacon gives the best crisp and flavor.
- Tomatoes: Choose ripe, firm tomatoes like Roma or heirloom.
- Bread: Toast it golden brown for texture — buttery sourdough is a favorite.
- Add-ons: Try avocado, cheese, or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Bacon
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
- Remove bacon and drain on paper towels.
2. Prepare the Bread
- Toast bread slices to golden brown.
- Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each slice.
3. Assemble the Sandwich
- Layer bacon strips and tomato slices on two slices of bread.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Add lettuce or spinach if desired.
- Top with the remaining bread slices, mayo side down.
4. Serve
Cut diagonally and serve warm with chips, soup, or a side salad.
💪 Nutrition Facts (per sandwich, approx.)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
(Varies based on bacon type and bread used.)
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💡 Tips & Variations
- Add avocado: For a creamy twist, layer sliced avocado or guacamole.
- Spicy kick: Add a dash of hot sauce or chipotle mayo.
- Keto-friendly: Use lettuce wraps or low-carb bread.
- BLT upgrade: Add lettuce for the full BLT classic!
- Gourmet version: Use roasted tomatoes and garlic aioli for a café-style sandwich.
