Ingredients for 11Th Hour Spinach Caesar Salad
- Bacon
- Miracle Whip Light
- Low Fat Mayonnaise
- Anchovy Fillets
- Garlic Cloves
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Parmesan Cheese
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Fresh Mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- French Bread
- Olive Oil
- Baby Spinach
How to Make 11Th Hour Spinach Caesar Salad
- **Cook Bacon:** Cook bacon until crisp. Remove, cool, and crumble.
- **Make Dressing:** In a blender, combine Miracle Whip, mayonnaise, minced anchovies, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- **Sauté Mushrooms:** Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté sliced mushrooms until tender. Set aside.
- **Prepare Croutons (Optional):** If using, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Toss cubed bread with garlic oil and Parmesan cheese. Toast in a 350°F (175°C) oven until golden brown.
- **Assemble Salad:** In a large bowl, toss spinach with desired amount of dressing.
- **Add Toppings:** Add crumbled bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and optional croutons and grilled chicken or shrimp.
- **Season:** Season with freshly ground black pepper and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
53 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
55g
Carbs
13g
