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Few sandwiches are as simple—or as satisfying—as a BLT. Crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce layered on toasted bread… it’s hard to beat.
The good news? With a few smart swaps, you can enjoy all that classic flavor in a lighter, WW-friendly way—without feeling like you’re missing out.
Why You’ll Love This BLT
- Classic flavor with fewer calories and Points
- Quick and easy—ready in minutes
- Perfect for lunch or a light dinner
- Easy to customize with what you have
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Center-cut bacon – Crispy, smoky, and a little leaner than regular bacon.
Swap: Turkey bacon or plant-based bacon. - Light whole-grain bread – Adds fiber and helps keep Points in check.
Swap: Regular whole-grain, low-calorie bread, or sandwich thins. - Reduced-fat mayonnaise – Adds creaminess without excess calories.
Swap: Light mayo, mashed avocado, or Greek yogurt spread. - Lettuce – Adds crunch and freshness.
Best choices: Romaine, green leaf or iceberg.
Swap: Spinach, arugula, or mixed greens. - Tomato, thickly sliced – Juicy and flavorful—especially in season.
Tip: Use ripe, firm tomatoes for best texture. - Salt & pepper – Enhances all the flavors.
Calories and WW Points
According to my calculations, this BLT sandwich has about 247 calories and 7 WW Points.
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
6 PointsPlus (Old plan)
How to Make a WW-Friendly BLT
Step 1: Cook bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Step 2: Lightly toast the bread.
Step 3: Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice.
Step 4: Layer lettuce, tomato, and bacon. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5: Top with the second slice of bread, slice in half, and enjoy
Make It Lighter (or Your Own)
- Lower Points: Use light bread and turkey bacon
- More protein: Add sliced turkey or grilled chicken
- Extra flavor: Add avocado, mustard, or a slice of cheese
- Open-faced: Skip the top slice of bread
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with a bowl of light soup in cooler months
- Serve with fresh fruit or a simple salad in warmer weather
- Add a pickle or veggie sticks for crunch
Final Thoughts
This lightened-up BLT proves you don’t need to give up your favorite classics to stay on track. A few small tweaks go a long way—keeping all the flavor while making it fit your goals.
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Lightened-Up BLT Sandwich (Easy, WW-Friendly Classic)
Ingredients
- 3 slices center cut bacon
- 2 slices light whole-grain bread
- 1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup lettuce of your choice
- 2 thick slices tomato
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large nonstick skillet (affiliate link) over medium heat.
- Cook the bacon, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove to paper towels and let drain.
- Toast your bread lightly. Spread one side of each slice with mayonnaise. Top with lettuce, tomato and bacon.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with second slice of toasted bread and cut in half.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan) Here are some ideas for how to make a lighter healthier bacon lettuce and tomato sandwich that won’t blow your calorie and points budget:
- Bread: Since I’m in maintenance mode, I use regular whole-grain bread, which costs 4 Points. If you want to save a point or two opt for light bread or light sandwich buns.
- Bacon: Center-cut pork bacon and turkey bacon are the leanest options.
- Lettuce: Iceberg or romaine provide the best crunch, but use whatever you like best and/or have on hand. Even spinach can work.
- Tomato: A large beefsteak tomato is definitely the best option. Thick slices of tomato seem to be less likely to slip and slide.
- Mayo: Use reduced-fat mayonnaise or change things up with mashed avocado.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More WW-Friendly Sandwiches and Toasts
If you like this lightened up BLT recipe, be sure to check out my other easy, healthy Weight Watchers friendly recipes including:
love this recipe! I have a question, though if you can answer. When topping each one-side of toast with the mayo, are you using 1 tablespoon on each piece of bread? or, are you only using 1 tablespoon of mayo and using it for both pieces?
Hi Erica,
The ingredients list shows 1 tablespoon of mayo so I use it divided between both pieces of toast. Hope this helps. ~Martha
Very tasty.
Afternoon
Nice day here on the coast of SC. A little breezy and perfect for your BLT and broccoli salad. I so enjoy your e-mails and have not gotten complacent with my diet one single time thanks to you and your tasty recipes ! Thanks Martha.
Hi Henry, So glad the emails and recipes are helping you stay on track! I appreciate you taking the time to leave such a thoughtful comment. Warmly, Martha