AMAZING SPINACH SALAD

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Crunchy, sweet, savory and healthy-this all in one salad has everything my family craves. Plus it's easy to assemble-a must at the holidays. -Lisa Margarone, Safety Harbor, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

1/3 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
8 ounces sliced pancetta or bacon, cut into 1/4 inch strips
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 cup grape tomatoes
1 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

Place the first nine ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Chill until serving., In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain. Arrange spinach on a serving plate. Arrange the cheese, tomatoes and pancetta over top., Just before serving, shake dressing and drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.