Best Janets Spinach Salad Recipes

SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING

Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing image

My spinach salad with a comforting bacon dressing is a recipe I turn to again and again in winter. It's quick, elegant and so delicious. I can always count on compliments. -Sandy Davis, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 bacon strips, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup olive oil
6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups)
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped

Steps:

In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings., Add vinegar, garlic, brown sugar, mustard and seasonings to drippings; heat through, stirring to blend. Transfer to a small bowl; gradually whisk in oil. Stir in half of the bacon., Place spinach, onion and eggs in a large bowl; toss with warm dressing. Sprinkle with remaining bacon; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 25g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 196mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

JANET'S SPINACH SALAD

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Aunt Janet's spinach salad has never failed me when I took it to a potluck dinner. It gets rave reviews, and is so simple to make. If you are in a hurry you can substitute Catalina dressing for the homemade.

Provided by carole in orlando

Categories Spinach

Time 2h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 (6 ounce) packages baby spinach leaves
2 cups bean sprouts, washed
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 hard-boiled eggs
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
1/3 cup bacon bits
1 cup salad oil
1/3 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 medium onion, grated
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Dressing: Put all ingredients in a container with a tight fitting lid, shake well and store in the refrigerator overnight to blend the flavors In a large salad bowl mix all the fresh ingredients.
Slice the eggs and mix half in the salad.
Add the dressing, as much as you desire, and mix well.
Add the remaining egg slices on the top and sprinkle with bacon bits.
Serve immediately.
This makes a large amount, but it goes fast once people taste it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.2, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 79.5, Sodium 395.8, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 12.4, Protein 5.7