Wilted Spinach Salad
Elevate your salad game with this savory and satisfying Wilted Spinach Salad, a warm and hearty twist on a classic favorite. Crisp fresh spinach is gently wilted under a luscious, tangy bacon dressing infused with garlic, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard for a burst of bold flavor in every bite. Perfectly complemented by the crunch of crispy bacon and the subtle sweetness of red onion, this salad strikes an irresistible balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe makes a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish or light entree. Serve it warm to enjoy the full depth of its comforting, smoky flavors—ideal for dinner parties or weeknight meals alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Fresh spinach
- 6 slices Bacon
- 0.5 whole Red onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels. Set it aside in a large salad bowl.
Slice the red onion into thin strips and mince the garlic.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Carefully pour off most of the bacon drippings from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pan.
Return the skillet to low heat and add the minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Whisk in the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper into the skillet. Heat the mixture for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the dressing is warmed through.
Immediately pour the warm dressing over the spinach in the salad bowl and gently toss to coat the leaves. The spinach will slightly wilt from the heat of the dressing.
Top the salad with the crumbled bacon and red onion slices.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2289 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 402 mg | 9% | |
*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.
