Serve this simple salad as is or top with sliced Chicken Breasts for the perfect meal.
Whether you are looking for a lighter meal or simply want a break from the same old salad routine, this spinach salad with bacon recipe does the trick! It’s easy to put together, with so many endless variations! We’ve kept this salad recipe basic enough to master, but with endless opportunity to make it your own!
What to Put in a Spinach Salad
Aside from the spinach, lots of spinach salad recipes can have sliced, hard-boiled eggs, any kind of cheese, or even sliced or dried berries like cranberries or strawberries. Even thinly sliced pears would work in this recipe. The real star here is the warm spinach salad dressing! It is the key to balancing the salty flavor of the bacon with the tender taste of spinach and the crunch of the almonds. Or try Strawberry Salad Dressing for a different taste! Add the rest of the ingredients and you’re ready to serve!
How to Make Spinach Salad
Making a spinach salad starts with a base of crisp, freshly washed spinach! From there add in the toppings and cover with the perfectly balanced dressing! Now pour the dressing over the spinach leaves and toss gently, making sure each leaf is lightly coated. Top with the sliced mushrooms, onion, toasted almonds and fresh parmesan cheese and serve immediately. To toast almonds: Saute in a pan over medium heat until they just start to get fragrant then cool on a paper towel. Toasting nuts burns off the oil and keeps them crunchy. Be sure they are completely cooled before adding to your recipe!
What to Eat with Spinach Salad
A nice crusty loaf of garlic bread and a glass of crisp white wine are all you need to round out this elegant salad. But a small grilled chicken breast or baked portion of fish helps make this a heartier entrée!
More Spinach Recipes
Fruit & Nut Spinach Salad Recipe – made with 4 different juicy berries! Creamed Spinach – steamed spinach covered in a creamy sauce. Spinach Salad with Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing – Classic spinach salad. Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast – wrapped in smoky bacon. Strawberry Spinach Salad – ready in 10 minutes! Spinach Gratin – creamy & cheesy
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