Warm Spinach Salad W Bacon Pecan Dressing Goats Cheese
Elevate your salad game with this Warm Spinach Salad with Bacon Pecan Dressing and Goat Cheese—a dish that combines fresh and hearty flavors in every bite. Tender baby spinach leaves are tossed with a luscious warm dressing made from crispy bacon drippings, toasted pecans, tangy red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey for balance. The richness of crumbled goat cheese and the crunch of toasted pecans provide delightful contrast, while the sautéed shallots and garlic add depth to the dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick yet impressive lunch or a stunning side dish to complement any meal. Serve it warm for maximum flavor impact and enjoy the irresistible mix of savory, sweet, and nutty notes! Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, this warm spinach salad is a modern classic that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 4 slices bacon
- 0.33 cup pecans
- 1 medium, finely diced shallot
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain, leaving the bacon drippings in the pan.
Roughly chop the cooked bacon and set it aside.
Add the pecans to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Toast the pecans over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove the pecans and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced shallot and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Lower the heat and whisk in the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture until well combined and heated through.
Place the baby spinach in a large salad bowl. Pour the warm dressing over the spinach and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Top the salad with the crumbled bacon, toasted pecans, and goat cheese.
Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy your flavorful spinach salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.9 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 419 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 147 mg | 3% | |
*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.
