Spinach Bacon Salad Recipe

Name: Spinach Bacon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 oz. fresh spinach; 1 avocado; 2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. minced red onion; 8 strips bacon; 4 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 Tbsp. wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp. dry mustard; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 c. croutons

Servings: persons

1
Make dressing by combining olive oil; vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper.
2
Wash, drain and dry spinach.
3
Tear into bite size pieces and place in salad bowl.
4
Halve avocado, remove pit, skin and slice thin.
5
Place in small bowl and sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
6
Add minced onion and 2 teaspoons of dressing and toss lightly.
7
Pour dressing over spinach and toss lightly again.
8
Add avocado and toss.
9
Cook bacon in 1 teaspoon olive oil; when crisp and brown, pour over spinach mixture, fat and all.
10
Break up bacon pieces and add to mixture and toss.
11
Top with croutons and serve all at once.

480

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 oz. fresh spinach, 1 avocado, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. minced red onion, and more.

Yes, Spinach Bacon Salad 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach Bacon Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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