Crispy Flatbread Caesar Salad with Bacon and Mozzarella

If you love pizza and Caesar salad, this clever mash-up is for you! Crispy garlic flatbreads are topped with bubbly mozzarella and caramelized tomatoes, then crowned with a fresh Caesar salad. The magic happens when warm, melty cheese meets cool, crunchy lettuce in a tangy dressing. Finished with croutons and freshly grated Parmesan, this dish is a fun and delicious twist on two classics.

Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something tasty and stress-free. The combination of textures and flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds.

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Ingredients

1 unit CroutonsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce BaconView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Baby LettuceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit FlatbreadsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Caesar DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LemonView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup Mozzarella CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 ounce Roasted Onion & Garlic SpreadView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Parmesan Cheese BlockView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and heat broiler to high. Wash and dry produce. Dry lettuce thoroughly. Trim and discard root end; chop leaves into bite-size pieces. Quarter lemon. Thinly slice tomatoes into rounds.
2. Place flatbreads, dimpled sides down, on a baking sheet. Rub tops with a drizzle of olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Toast on top rack until golden brown and crisp, 3-5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss lettuce with dressing and juice from one lemon wedge. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Once flatbreads are toasted, remove sheet from oven. Carefully flip flatbreads dimpled sides up, then evenly spread with roasted onion and garlic spread. Divide mozzarella between flatbreads and top with tomatoes. Return to top rack and broil until cheese melts and tomatoes are browned, 5-6 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
4. Divide flatbreads between plates and top with salad and croutons. Grate Parmesan directly over flatbreads. Serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of bread instead of flatbreads?

Yes, you can substitute with naan, pita or even a thin pizza crust. Adjust toasting time as needed.

How do I make this dish vegetarian?

Simply omit the bacon or replace it with vegetarian bacon or roasted chickpeas for crunch.

Can I prepare any components ahead of time?

You can wash and chop the lettuce, slice tomatoes and cook the bacon in advance. Assemble just before serving for best texture.