A Turkey Bacon Sub in a Tub is the ultimate loaded salad for a satisfying lunch or dinner. This deconstructed twist on the classic Subway sandwich is packed with savory flavors and wholesome ingredients for a delicious low-carb meal!
This Turkey Bacon Sandwich Bowl makes the perfect quick and nutritious lunch or light dinner, ready in just 10 minutes! It has all the ingredients you love in a turkey bacon sandwich, minus the bread – including tender sliced turkey, crispy bacon, fresh romaine lettuce, rich avocado, juicy tomatoes, tangy cheddar cheese, zesty red onions, and creamy ranch dressing. Toss it all together in a bowl for a nearly instant wholesome dish!
Enjoy this turkey bacon salad as one large helping or split it into two for smaller portions. You can also double this recipe to serve a larger group! If you’re looking for more simple salad recipes, try my broccoli salad with bacon, Italian chopped salad, or keto taco salad.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy. This recipe is super simple to make with minimal prep. You’ll have a loaded healthy salad ready to eat in just 10 minutes!
- Satisfying. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fibrous vegetables, this salad is a delicious, filling lunch or dinner.
- Customizable. This recipe is highly customizable, allowing you to adjust ingredients depending on your taste and dietary needs!
Recipe Ingredients
Below are the simple ingredients you will need to make this recipe. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the page to see the exact amounts for each ingredient.
- Sliced Turkey: Look for pre-sliced turkey breast in the deli section or freshly sliced turkey from the butcher counter. Alternatively, you can use sliced chicken breast or ham.
- Bacon: Choose your preferred type of bacon, either pork or turkey. Cook it until crispy for the best crunchy texture to the sub bowl.
- Lettuce: Fresh romaine lettuce adds a fresh taste and textured crunch. Alternatively, you can use iceberg lettuce or mixed greens for a different texture and flavor variation.
- Avocado: Choose a ripe avocado that gives in slightly when lightly squeezed. If desired, you can substitute a dollop of guacamole.
- Tomato: Roma tomato adds a rich, juicy flavor ideal for this sandwich in a bowl. Chopped regular tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes are also delicious.
- Cheddar Cheese: Adds a delicious tanginess and creamy texture. Use freshly shredded cheddar from the block for optimal flavor or sprinkle on pre-shredded store-bought cheese.
- Red Onion: Adds a slightly sweet flavor to this dish. For a milder flavor, you can swap for minced sweet or sliced green onions.
- Ranch Dressing: Choose your favorite brand or make your own! Opt for a low-carb, low-sugar dressing to make this sub in a tub keto.
How to Make Turkey Bacon Sub in a Tub
Below are photos and recipe steps to easily make this recipe at home. You will also need a cutting board, a knife, and a large salad bowl.
- Prepare the turkey, bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato, cheese, and onion, then combine in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss all ingredients together until well combined. Serve!
Serve
Sandwich bowls make a delicious lunch, brunch dish, or light dinner. They also pair well with a variety of dishes for a full-spread meal like some of our favorite recipes below.
Tips and Tricks
- Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor and texture. Look for ripe tomatoes and avocados, crisp lettuce, and quality meats and cheeses.
- Feel free to customize the salad to suit your taste! Omit ingredients or add them to fit your preferences. Some of my favorites add-ins are diced cucumbers, bell peppers, olives, nuts, seeds, or keto croutons.
- Add the dressing right before serving so the salad remains fresh. This will keep the vegetables crisp and prevent them from getting soggy.
- Use a different dressing for a flavor twist like a creamy blue cheese dressing, honey mustard dressing, avocado lime dressing, or balsamic vinaigrette.
- Serve chilled for the most refreshing taste!
Turkey Bacon Sandwich Bowls FAQ
Leftovers will keep stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. I recommend storing the salad ingredients separately from the dressing to keep the ingredients fresh and crisp. Add the dressing once you’re ready to serve!
Yes, you can easily make this recipe animal product-free by swapping the meats and cheese for plant-based alternatives and using a dairy-free ranch dressing. Some additional protein sources that would be great in this recipe include smoked tofu or chickpeas.
Yes, you can alter this recipe in numerous ways to suit your taste. Make it a turkey cobb salad by adding 1-2 hard-boiled eggs, include ham for a turkey club salad variation, or add any additional ingredients you desire! You can also swap ingredients with desired substitutions, like mozzarella, Swiss cheese, or pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar.
Turkey Bacon Sub in a Tub
Ingredients
- 3 oz sliced turkey chopped
- 3 slices bacon chopped
- ¾ cup romaine lettuce chopped
- ½ large avocado chopped
- ½ Roma tomato chopped
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp ranch dressing
Instructions
- Prepare your turkey, bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato, cheese, and onion and combine together in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss all ingredients together. Serve!
Notes
- Leftovers store well if the dressing is left off for 2-3 days. After that, the lettuce gets soft.
- This makes 1 large serving or 2 small servings.
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