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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
Rating 3.7 (11 Reviews)
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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

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Salads Easy Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something