Bacon Tomato Spinach Salad Recipe

Crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and fresh spinach tossed in a warm, savory dressing! This vibrant salad is ready in 10 minutes and is the perfect light yet satisfying meal or side dish. Get the recipe now!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 278.8 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Bacon Tomato Spinach Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Bacon Tomato Spinach Salad

  • 4 slices bacon
  • Catalina Dressing
  • Prepared Mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
  • Provolone Cheese

How to Make Bacon Tomato Spinach Salad

  1. Cook 4 slices of bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon and place on paper towels to drain.
  2. Reserve 2 teaspoons of bacon drippings in the skillet.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of your favorite salad dressing, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the bacon drippings.
  4. Cook and stir over low heat for 1 minute, or until heated through.
  5. In a large bowl, combine 5 ounces of baby spinach, 1 cup of cherry or grape tomatoes (halved), and 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Crumble the cooked bacon over the spinach mixture.
  7. Drizzle the warm dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

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

29 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

37g

Carbs

2g