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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delightful salad combining fresh spinach and strawberries with the savory crunch of bacon and walnuts, all tossed in a warm, tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a vibrant side dish.

Ingredients

Salad

  • 8 slices turkey bacon
  • 6 cups baby spinach
  • 1 pound strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts

Vinaigrette

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons turkey bacon drippings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup red grape juice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook turkey bacon until crispy, save drippings, and chop.
  • Toast pecans with brown sugar until toasted, watching carefully.
  • Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients, heat if needed.
  • Toss spinach, strawberries, onions, walnuts, turkey bacon, and warm vinaigrette.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use olive oil instead of bacon drippings.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Spinach

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 22g | Sodium: 400mg