Indulge in a culinary symphony with our bistro salad, a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant salad features a bed of fresh baby spinach, topped with succulent grilled chicken, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crumbled blue cheese, and crunchy croutons. All of these ingredients are harmoniously united by a tangy and creamy Caesar dressing, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for preparing the salad, including tips for grilling the chicken to perfection and making a homemade Caesar dressing from scratch. Additionally, it offers variations for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delectable dish.
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BISTRO SALAD WITH POACHED EGGS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the haricots verts and cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Refill the pot with water and bring to a simmer.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Pour the drippings into a large bowl; whisk in 2 tablespoons vinegar and the mustard until smooth. Add the frisee, endive, haricots verts, herbs, shallot, bacon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; toss.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar to the simmering water. Reduce the heat to low. Crack each egg into a ramekin or teacup, then gently slip into the water. Cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Divide the salad among plates. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon, blot dry on a paper towel, then transfer to the salads. Season with salt and pepper and serve with the baguette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calorie, Fat 18 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 205 milligrams, Sodium 970 milligrams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 21 grams
BABY SPINACH SALAD WITH STILTON "CAESAR" DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the first 9 ingredients in the food processor until well mixed. Separately combine the egg yolks, vinegar, and lemon juice. Add to mixture in food processor. While processing slowly add oils until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- For the Salad: To make the tuiles, sprinkle the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano on a non-stick pan in a ring mold and cook it slowly on top of the stove or on a non-stick pan in a preheated low oven about 280 degrees until dry. Lightly toss the baby spinach in a bowl with the dressing. Stack the spinach salad on individual plates, laying a tuile halfway up and on top of the salad. Place the crumbled Stilton around the spinach.
BEST EVER SPINACH CAESAR SALAD
Make and share this Best Ever Spinach Caesar Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Lally
Categories High Protein
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Add the egg and cook for 5 minutes, until soft-boiled. Remove the egg with slotted spoon and crack it into a blender, using a small spoon to scoop out all of the egg yolk and white. Add the anchovies, lemon juice, whole garlic clove and mustard and blend until smooth. With your machine on, add 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a thin stream. Add two thirds of the finely grated Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. In a large bowl, toss the baguette cubes with the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the remaining finely grated Parmesan along with the paprika and minced garlic and toss to coat. Spread the bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet and toast for about 8 minutes, until crisp and golden, watching carefully. Let cool slightly.
- 3. In the same large bowl, toss the spinach with the dressing, croutons and the shredded Parmesan; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to salad plates. Enjoy!
- * Add a little extra oil, if dressing is too thick for you.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.8, Fat 36.2, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 78.5, Sodium 1096.3, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1, Protein 24.4
BABY SPINACH BISTRO SALAD
This easily adaptable salad can be tweaked to suit your guests' taste
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Starter, Supper
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the dressing, whisk the mustard and vinegar together with some salt and pepper and 1 tbsp of water. Whisk in the extra virgin olive oil and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a lowish heat and add the garlic and the bacon. Cook the bacon slowly until starting to sizzle, then add the bread to the pan and toss in the bacon juices. Fry everything together slowly (this can take a good 15 mins) until the bacon is ultra-crisp and the croûtons are crunchy, drizzling the pan with a little more oil if it becomes dry. Once cooked, fish out the garlic clove and set the pan aside.
- While the bacon is cooking, tip the eggs into a pan of boiling water and boil for exactly 7½ mins. Cool in cold water, then peel and set aside. Cook the beans in a pan of heavily salted boiling water for 5 mins or until slightly crunchy but still bright green. Drain, tip into a pan of ice-cold water, then drain again and set aside.
- To serve, tip everything except for the eggs and dressing into a large bowl. Drizzle over the dressing and toss gently with your hands. Scatter the salad over a serving platter, halve the eggs and strew over the salad, seasoning the yolks with sea salt flakes and a grind of black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 654 calories, Fat 52 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 21 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 4.65 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor.
- For a crispy salad, chop the vegetables just before serving.
- Make sure the dressing is well-balanced and not too heavy or light.
- If you're making the salad ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and combine them just before serving.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or crumbled cheese for an extra touch of flavor.
Conclusion:
The bistro salad with spinach Caesar dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of fresh vegetables, crispy croutons, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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