Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing Recipe

Elevate your dinner routine with this classic Gourmet Magazine recipe! Our Basic Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing is quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful. The warm, savory bacon dressing is made with pantry staples, so you'll always be ready to whip up this impressive salad in just 10 minutes. Crisp spinach is tossed in a luscious dressing featuring crispy bacon, tangy vinegar, and a hint of sweetness. Customize it with your favorite additions – hard-boiled eggs, toasted nuts, or fresh fruit! Perfect for a weeknight meal or a delightful dinner party.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 155.4 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing

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How to Make Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing

  1. Cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
  2. Finely chop 1/4 cup shallot. Add to the pan with the reserved bacon fat and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
  4. Add 5 ounces fresh spinach to a large bowl. Pour the hot bacon dressing over the spinach.
  5. Toss gently to combine. Immediately sprinkle with the reserved crispy bacon pieces and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

10g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing?

Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing?

Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing has approximately 155.4 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing?

The key ingredients for Basic Spinach Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing are Bacon, Shallots, Cider Vinegar, Sugar, Dijon Mustard, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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