BLT Salad on a Stick

cherrytomatoesstuffedwithbaconlettuce Creamy homemade avocado dressing drizzled over crisp butter lettuce, salty bacon and sweet juicy grape tomatoes. All on a skewer for the perfect party appetizer.

1 (12 oz) pkg bacon cooked, not crispy
1 pt multi coloured cherry tomatoes
1 head Bibb lettuce also known as Boston or butter
1 red onion, cut in chunks
1 avocado
1 clove garlic
½ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
1 lime, freshly juiced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground

Thread the skewers with the bacon, lettuce, tomato and onion.

Purée the avocado, basil, garlic, lime juice, olive oil in a blender or food processor.

Drizzle the dressing over the skewers or keep it on the side for dipping.

Makes 10 servings.

Cook's Notes: For a thinner dressing, add water until desired consistency.