Ingredients for Apple Spinach Salad
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- Sliced Mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Salt And Pepper
- Spinach Leaves
- 1 medium apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted
How to Make Apple Spinach Salad
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving bacon grease in the skillet.
- Add sliced onion and mushrooms to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until onions are softened.
- Stir in apple cider vinegar and maple syrup. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute.
- Season the warm dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, sliced apples, and toasted pecans.
- Pour the warm bacon dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss to combine and serve immediately. Garnish with crumbled bacon 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
10 g
Sugar
90g
Fat
21g
Carbs
10g
