Spinach Salad With Grilled Apple Cured Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallop Recipe

Elevate your summer dinner with this stunning Spinach Salad featuring succulent sea scallops wrapped in smoky, apple-cured bacon! This surprisingly easy recipe combines sweet and savory flavors in a symphony of taste. Inspired by a spontaneous summer evening, this salad has become a family favorite, adaptable to your preferred ingredients. Experiment with different cheeses (like feta or blue cheese!), cooking methods (pan-seared or marinated scallops!), and greens. The core magic remains: the irresistible combination of warm bacon, perfectly cooked scallops, and a vibrant spinach base. Prepare to impress your guests with this gourmet salad that's surprisingly simple to make!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 486.6 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spinach Salad With Grilled Apple Cured Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallop

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How to Make Spinach Salad With Grilled Apple Cured Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallop

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Prepare the bacon: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup apple cider, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Add 6 slices of bacon and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Grill the bacon: Place marinated bacon on the grill and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Prepare the scallops: Pat 6 large sea scallops dry and wrap each with a slice of grilled bacon, securing with a toothpick.
  5. Grill the scallops: Grill the bacon-wrapped scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked through and slightly caramelized. Remove toothpicks.
  6. Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine 5 oz baby spinach, 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup toasted pecans.
  7. Make the vinaigrette: Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Assemble the salad: Add the grilled bacon-wrapped scallops to the salad. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss gently.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

54g

Carbs

4g

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