Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes Recipe

Name: Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1/4-pound) piece double-smoked bacon*; 3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps quartered; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tablespoon red-wine vinegar; 1/2 tablespoon coarse-grain mustard; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 4 oounces fresh pea shootspea shoots (4 cups); 4 ounces baby spinach leaves (4 cups); 1 bunch fresh chives, cut into 1-inch lengths; 6 radishes, cut into matchsticks; *Available from specialty foods shops and by mail order from Citarella (212-874-0383).

Servings: persons

1 (1/4-pound) piece double-smoked bacon*
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps quartered
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1/2 tablespoon coarse-grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 oounces fresh pea shootspea shoots (4 cups)
4 ounces baby spinach leaves (4 cups)
1 bunch fresh chives, cut into 1-inch lengths
6 radishes, cut into matchsticks
*Available from specialty foods shops and by mail order from Citarella (212-874-0383).

1
Cut bacon into 3/4-inch-thick matchsticks and cook in a heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring, until crisp but still chewy, 6 to 8 minutes.
2
Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
3
Pour off fat from skillet and add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
4
Cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden, about 8 minutes, then cool.
5
Whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large salad bowl until blended.
6
Add pea shoots and spinach to dressing and toss to coat.
7
Add bacon, mushrooms, chives, and radishes and toss again.

280

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1/4-pound) piece double-smoked bacon*, 3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps quartered, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes

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