Hot Bacon Salad Dressing
Transform your salads into a show-stopping dish with this irresistible Hot Bacon Salad Dressing! Made with crispy, smoky bacon and a perfectly balanced blend of sweet and tangy flavors from sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, this warm dressing adds a decadent touch to any bowl of greens. Ready in just 15 minutes, the recipe uses reserved bacon drippings for an extra layer of richness, while a quick whisk on the stovetop ensures a silky, cohesive texture. Perfect for drizzling over fresh spinach, mixed greens, or even roasted vegetables, this versatile dressing is a surefire way to turn simple salads into a crave-worthy experience. Packed with bold flavor and easy to make, this hot bacon dressing is a must-try for anyone who loves hearty, homemade condiments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Place the bacon slices in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, around 6-8 minutes, flipping as needed.
Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve about 3 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet, carefully discarding the rest.
Crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside for later use.
In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, stir in the sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the mixture together over medium heat until it begins to bubble and the sugar fully dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the crumbled bacon pieces.
Serve the hot bacon dressing immediately by drizzling it over your favorite salad greens, such as spinach or mixed greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1516 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
