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Bacon Spinach Salad Recipe

This delicious Bacon Spinach Salad recipe is a family favorite, inspired by the Kraft "Food & Family" booklet! Crisp spinach, savory bacon, and your choice of add-ins (like grilled chicken!) come together in a light yet satisfying salad perfect for a weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch. Easily customizable to your taste, this recipe is a great way to incorporate more salads into your meal plan. Add grilled chicken for a complete protein-packed meal!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 238.7 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bacon Spinach Salad

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How to Make Bacon Spinach Salad

  1. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and crumble, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 5 ounces of baby spinach, 1/2 cup crumbled bacon, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped walnuts.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons reserved bacon grease, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Add 2 grilled and sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts (optional) and toss again.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

19g

Carbs

3g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Salads Vegetables Easy Dietary Low Carb Low In Something 3 Steps Or Less