Best 8 Bonnies Layered Spinach And Bacon Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Bonnie's Layered Spinach and Bacon Salad, a vibrant fusion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish starts with a bed of fresh spinach leaves, providing a crisp and earthy foundation. Succulent layers of crispy bacon, crumbled hard-boiled eggs, and finely diced red onion add a savory and smoky richness, while sliced mushrooms and celery contribute a delightful crunch. The salad is then crowned with a creamy and tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from sugar. But the journey doesn't end there – discover variations of this classic salad, including a Low-Carb Ketogenic version that caters to those following a keto diet. For a lighter option, try the Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing, featuring a flavorful dressing made with bacon drippings, vinegar, and a touch of honey. Explore the Vegetarian Layered Salad, a meatless rendition that swaps bacon for crispy tofu, and the Layered Taco Salad, a Tex-Mex twist with ground beef, taco seasoning, and a zesty dressing. With so many options to choose from, Bonnie's Layered Spinach and Bacon Salad promises a culinary adventure that will satisfy every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAJESTIC LAYERED SPINACH SALAD



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Discover what makes our Majestic Layered Spinach Salad so special. All your favorite salad fixings have a home in our Majestic Layered Spinach Salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Side Dish Recipes

Time 5h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups loosely packed shredded fresh spinach
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, divided
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small red onion, sliced, separated into rings
2 pkg. (10 oz. each) frozen peas, thawed
3/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/2 tsp. dill weed
1/2 tsp. sugar
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled

Steps:

  • Layer spinach, 1 cup cheese, mushrooms, onions and peas in 2-1/2-qt. bowl.
  • Mix mayo, dill and sugar; spread over salad, completely covering top of salad. Refrigerate 5 hours.
  • Top with remaining cheese and bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g

BACON SPINACH SALAD



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Even our kids-who normally don't care for spinach-can't resist this salad with its rich dressing and crumbled bacon. Of course, you can use other greens instead of spinach. -Gretchen Kuipers, Platte, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 bacon strips, chopped
6 cups torn spinach leaves
1/2 small head iceberg lettuce, torn
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Refrigerate greens and onions in a salad bowl until serving. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Just before serving, pour dressing over greens; toss to coat. Serve with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SIMPLE LAYERED SPINACH SALAD



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I'm always on the lookout for new spinach salads, and I particularly like this one. It can be prepared ahead of time and it travels well, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 to 3/4 pound fresh spinach
1/2 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
3/4 cup Ranch-style salad dressing
5 slices bacon, crisply fried and crumbled
1/2 cup Spanish peanuts

Steps:

  • Remove and discard spinach stems. Rinse leaves well; drain and pat dry. Tear spinach into bite-sized pieces and arrange evenly in salad bowl. Evenly layer cucumber slices, radish, green onion and eggs. Spread dressing over top. Cover; chill up to 24 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with bacon and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts :

BONNIE'S SLICED SLAW WITH BACON



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This is a very easy slaw to make. It is hand cut with a sharp knife which gives it a texture that you can't get with grated cabbage. It stays crisp longer, and it is the perfect side dish for a get together or BBQ because everyone loves it. Enjoy! The photo is my own, and so is this humble recipe.

Provided by BonniE ! @ReikiHealsTheSoul

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 11

SLICED SLAW
1 - small head cabbage, thinly sliced with knife
1/2 - cup sweet onion, finely chopped
1/2 - cup green or red pepper, small dice
GARNISH:
5 - slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
DRESSING
3 - tablespoons good mayonnaise
2 - tablespoons white vinegar
1 - tablespoon white sugar
1/4 - teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Slice the cabbage very thin with a sharp knife. You will catch on to the technique as you slice. Discard the white core, using the green part of the cabbage as much as possible. Chop all the vegetables and add to the cabbage, then add the dressing, and gently mix until the cabbage is covered. Refrigerate for 4 or 5 hours before serving. Just before serving, add the crisp bacon crumbles and toss. Enjoy!

LAYERED SPINACH SALAD



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Make and share this Layered Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h15m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bag fresh spinach, torn into bite sized pieces
6 hard boiled eggs, sliced
1 lb bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
2 cups chopped lettuce
1 red onion, thinly sliced into rings
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup salad dressing (Miracle Whip)
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lb swiss cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In large bowl,layer 1/2 the spinach,eggs,bacon,lettuce,onion / and top with remaining spinach.
  • Combine salad dressing and mayonnaise.
  • Spread over salad and top with cheese.
  • Chill 2-3 hours .

SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING



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To make his Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing recipe from Good Eats on Food Network even better, Alton Brown tops it with sliced eggs and mushrooms.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces young spinach
2 large eggs
8 pieces thick-sliced bacon, chopped
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large white mushrooms, sliced
3 ounces red onion (1 small), very thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Remove the stems from the spinach and wash, drain and pat dry thoroughly. Place into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Place the eggs into an electric kettle and cover with cold water by at least 1-inch. Turn the kettle on. Once the water comes to a boil, the kettle will turn itself off. Leave the eggs in the water for 15 minutes. Remove and peel off the shell. Slice each egg into 8 pieces and set aside.
  • While the eggs are cooking, fry the bacon and remove to a paper towel to drain, reserving 3 tablespoons of the rendered fat. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
  • Transfer the fat to a small saucepan set over low heat and whisk in the red wine vinegar, sugar and Dijon mustard. Season with a small pinch each of kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Add the mushrooms and the sliced onion to the spinach and toss. Add the dressing and bacon and toss to combine. Divide the spinach between 4 plates or bowls and evenly divide the egg among them. Season with pepper, as desired. Serve immediately.

SPINACH AND BACON SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and spun dry
1 Granny Smith apple, halved, cored and thinly sliced
6 slices bacon, sliced into 1/4" strips
1 small shallot, chopped
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Place spinach and apple slices into a large mixing bowl. Render bacon strips over low heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon onto paper towels to drain. Add shallots to bacon fat and saute until soft and fragrant. Whisk in mustard, vinegar and then olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over spinach, add bacon and toss to wilt salad slightly.

LAYERED BACON AND SWISS GREEN SALAD RECIPE



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Provided by Camille

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon sugar
Salt and Pepper, to taste
6 cups shredded Romaine lettuce (divided)
1 red onion (thinly sliced)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas (thawed)
1 (8 ounce) package block Swiss cheese (cubed)
1/2 pound bacon (cooked and crumbled)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • In a large salad bowl, layer half of the lettuce, half of the mayonnaise mixture, half of the onions, half of the peas, and half of the cheese.
  • Repeat the layers again.
  • Cover and place in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
  • Right before it's time to serve, add the bacon and toss, coating most of the greens and other ingredients with the dressing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the bacon.Crispy bacon is best for this salad.
  • Use a good quality balsamic vinegar. A good balsamic vinegar will add a rich, complex flavor to the salad.
  • Make the salad ahead of time. This salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Just keep it covered in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.

Conclusion:

Bonnie's Layered Spinach and Bacon Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for any occasion. With its layers of fresh spinach, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, red onion, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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