30-Minute Grilled BLTA Flatbreads
Crispy grilled flatbreads loaded with all the classic BLT flavors plus creamy avocado and melted white cheddar. The bread gets perfectly charred on the grill while the cheese melts into golden bubbles. Fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and buttery avocado create the perfect balance of textures. Great for casual dinners, weekend lunches, or when you want sandwich flavors in a shareable format. The grilling adds a smoky depth that sets this apart from typical flatbread pizzas.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 pieces flatbread, such as pita or naantortillas1:1gluten-free
use corn tortillas for gluten-free option
- ½ cup white cheddar, shreddedmozzarella1:1mild
melts beautifully and has neutral flavor
- 6 to 8 slices bacon, crispy cooked
- 12 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 heaping cup romaine or iceberg lettuce, shredded
- ½ avocado, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced
- ⅛ red onion, thinly sliced(optional)
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium high heat
- 2
Brush flatbread with oil and season with salt and pepper
- 3
Grill bread on each side for 2 to 3 minutes
- 4
Remove from heat and top each with half of the cheese and bacon slices
- 5
Return flatbread to grill over medium heat and grill for 3 to 4 minutes until cheese melts and flatbreads crisp
- 6
Remove from grill and top with cherry tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, and red onion if using
- 7
Season with salt and pepper and serve
Tips
Cook bacon ahead of time and keep warm - it's easier than trying to time everything on the grill.
Don't overload the flatbread with toppings or it will become soggy and hard to handle.
Add the fresh toppings immediately after grilling so the warm bread slightly wilts the lettuce.
Good to Know
Best served immediately. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 1 day but will lose crispness.
Cook bacon and prep vegetables up to 4 hours ahead. Assemble just before grilling.
Serve immediately while flatbread is warm and crispy. Cut into wedges for sharing.
Common Mistakes
Keep grill at medium heat to avoid burning the bread before cheese melts
Don't add fresh toppings before final grilling or they will burn
Substitutions
Vegan Options
Gluten-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make this in the oven instead of on the grill?
Yes, bake at 450°F for 5-7 minutes, then add cheese and bacon and bake 3-4 minutes more until cheese melts.
What if I don't have flatbread?
Use tortillas, pizza dough, or even thick slices of sourdough bread. Adjust cooking time as needed.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
Best eaten fresh, but assembled flatbreads will keep 1 day refrigerated. Reheat in oven to restore some crispness.