Tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors in the Cranberry Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing. This vibrant salad combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries, the earthy goodness of spinach, the salty crunch of bacon, and a warm, savory dressing that ties it all together. It's a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy, with a delightful textural contrast that makes every bite a burst of flavor.
In addition to the main recipe, this article offers variations to suit different preferences and dietary needs. For a vegetarian version, simply omit the bacon and use a flavorful olive oil-based dressing instead. If you're craving a protein boost, add grilled chicken or tofu for a hearty and satisfying meal.
For those who love a creamy dressing, try the creamy balsamic vinaigrette variation. This rich, tangy dressing adds an extra layer of flavor and creaminess that complements the salad perfectly. And if you're watching your carbs, the keto-friendly dressing option is a great choice, providing a flavorful dressing without compromising your diet.
No matter which variation you choose, this Cranberry Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing is sure to be a hit. It's a delicious and versatile salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light and refreshing side dish. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's dive into the recipes!
CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD
This recipe started out as a summer salad with raspberries. I came up with this holiday version when I was putting together the menu for my first Thanksgiving dinner. I sometimes serve it on individual salad plates instead of in a big bowl. -Garnet Amari, Fairfield, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, pecans and cranberries. In a bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts :
JAMIE'S CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD
Everyone I have made this for RAVES about it! It's different and so easy to make!
Provided by Jamie Hensley
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook and stir almonds in butter until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sugar, onion, paprika, white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Toss with spinach just before serving.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach with the toasted almonds and cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 58.1 mg, Sugar 23.2 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES, PECANS, BACON, AND BLUE CHEESE
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Fry chopped bacon in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until brown and crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer to a paper towel-lined 1/4-sheet tray to drain.
- Toast pecans in the oven on a 1/4-sheet tray until lightly golden and fragrant, about 6 minutes.
- In a medium bowl mash the blue cheese with a fork. Mix in the buttermilk, sour cream, sugar, salt and pepper, to taste.
- Combine baby spinach, red onion, pecans, dried cranberries and bacon in large bowl. Toss with the dressing immediately before serving.
SIMPLE CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD
This is a simple salad that can be made in minutes. It works well at Thanksgiving or anytime you're just looking for something a little different.
Provided by Bethanie Rose
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the spinach, cranberries, walnuts, vinaigrette, and Romano cheese in a large bowl; toss until spinach is evenly coated. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 337.5 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING
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
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.
CRANBERRY PECAN SPINACH SALAD
I came across this recipe one year when I was looking for a special salad for the holidays. -Deb Murata, Carmichael, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries, onion, pecans and blue cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON-MUSTARD DRESSING
A classic steakhouse-style spinach salad with the absolute best warm bacon-mustard dressing I've ever had! Looks and tastes like a lot of work, but can be prepared in no time! This salad can easily be converted to a main dish salad by adding strips of grilled chicken breast.
Provided by brightlightz
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place spinach into a large serving bowl, top with hard-cooked eggs, mushrooms, 4 crumbled strips of bacon, Swiss cheese, and almonds.
- Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallots and garlic, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and 2 crumbled strips of bacon; season to taste with salt and pepper, then cook until hot.
- Pour hot dressing over spinach and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 292.6 mg, Fat 40.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1123.4 mg, Sugar 26 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING
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
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.
CRANBERRY-SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING
This is a restaurant-quality recipe from the folks at Ocean Spray. With this combination of ingredients it just has to be good! Photo: Oceanspray.com
Provided by Ellen Bales
Categories Other Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Wash and clean spinach. Divide evenly among 4 salad plates. Top each with 2 Tbsp. sweetened dried cranberries and onion slices.
- 2. Combine dressing ingredients in a small glass mixing bowl using a wire whisk. Heat in the microwave on HIGH for 1 minute or until warm. Makes about 1 cup.
CRANBERRY ALMOND SPINACH SALAD
If you want something new to try for your Thanksgiving menu, toss this salad together. Fresh spinach leaves are tossed with toasted almonds and dried cranberries and drizzled with poppy seed dressing. It's likely to become a holiday tradition at your house, too. -Michelle Krzmarzick Torrance, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together first 6 ingredients; gradually whisk in oil. In a large bowl, toss spinach, cranberries and green onions with dressing; sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WARM SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLES, BACON, AND CRANBERRIES
Wilt the spinach by tossing the salad while the dressing is still hot. From Cooking Light, November 2006.
Provided by KelBel
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; toss well.
- Combine vinegar, sugar, juice, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, and stir in sour cream. Drizzle warm dressing over spinach mixture; toss well.
- Sprinkle with bacon; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.6, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 312.5, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 9.7, Protein 4.2
SPINACH & CRANBERRY SALAD
This is a delicious spinach salad with hot bacon dressing that is to die for! Enjoy, it's a special treat!
Provided by jewelz4jesus
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the spinach and mushrooms in a large bowl.
- Crumble the cheese over the spinach.
- Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drain the bacon in a sieve set over a heatproof measuring cup, reserving the rendered fat.
- You will need 1/4 cup for the dressing. Pour the fat back into the pan and add the shallot and cook until light brown, about 30 seconds, stirring occasionally.
- Add the thyme and let it crackle in the fat for about 10 seconds.
- Add the vinegar, and season with salt and pepper and sugar to taste. Cook for about 30 seconds to lower the acidity of the vinegar. You should see tiny drops of vinegar dispersed throughout the fat.
- Add the dried cranberries and stir.
- Add Bacon back into dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the spinach and cheese. Toss to coat the leaves evenly and melt the cheese a little.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.2, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 234.7, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 6.1
TANGY SPINACH SALAD
This is great salad for a potluck or BBQ. I always get lots of compliments and requests for the recipe. Ensure that dressing is thoroughly mixed before tossing with salad, it will separate while chilling.
Provided by Bmlove
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk onion, sugar, apple cider vinegar, canola oil, yellow mustard, salt, celery seed, and black pepper together in a bowl until well combined. Chill in refrigerator at least 2 hours to blend flavors.
- Mix spinach, stuffing mix, eggs, and bacon together in a large bowl. Add dressing and stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 665.7 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
Tips:
- For a sweeter salad, use fresh cranberries. If you only have dried cranberries, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.
- To make the bacon dressing, use a good quality bacon. Thick-cut bacon will give the dressing a more robust flavor.
- If you don't have a bacon press, you can use a heavy skillet to press the bacon flat.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, simply cook the bacon and let it cool. Then, store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To assemble the salad, simply toss the spinach, cranberries, and bacon together. Then, drizzle the warm dressing over the salad and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This cranberry spinach salad with warm bacon dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet cranberries, salty bacon, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
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