Best 8 Dutch Spinach Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, embark on a delectable journey with Dutch Spinach Salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic salad, originating from the Netherlands, is a vibrant tapestry of textures and colors, featuring crisp spinach leaves, succulent bacon, hard-boiled eggs, sweet red onion, and tangy gherkins. Dressed in a luscious mayonnaise-based dressing, this salad delivers a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, leaving you craving for more. Accompanying this main recipe are three enticing variations that cater to diverse preferences. For a vegetarian twist, the Vegetarian Dutch Spinach Salad offers a meat-free rendition, while the Dutch Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing elevates the dish with a warm, flavorful dressing. And for those who prefer a lighter option, the Dutch Spinach Salad with Yogurt Dressing provides a refreshing, tangy alternative. Discover the culinary wonders of Dutch Spinach Salad and its delightful variations, sure to become favorites in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

WARM SPINACH SALAD



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This salad can be varied by substituting your family's favorite greens for the spinach. If you're really pressed for time, a bottled spinach dressing should work nicely besides.-Elizabeth Montgomery, Allston, MA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (10 ounces each) fresh spinach, torn
hard-boiled large eggs and seasoned croutons, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute garlic in oil for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Stir in vinegar, salt and pepper. Add spinach and toss to coat. Place on plates or in bowls; top with eggs and croutons if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

DUTCH SPINACH SALAD



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This dressing can also be served hot on wilted lettuce, or adapted for potato salad or coleslaw. My grandmother, mother and aunts made this Pennsylvania Dutch treat, and I'm happy to pass it on for others to enjoy!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 to 4 bacon strips, diced
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Water
4 cups torn spinach greens
1/2 small onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
hard-boiled large eggs, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small frying pan, cook bacon until crisp. Do not drain. In a 1-cup measure, place egg, sugar, vinegar and enough water to measure 3/4 cup; pour over bacon and grease. , Cook and stir until dressing thickness. Season to taste. Pour hot dressing over greens and onion. Toss; garnish with egg slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

SPINACH SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND BEETS



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Here's a super easy salad that looks and tastes festive for the wonderful Christmas season, but is also wonderful all year round. Vinaigrette dressing coats the greens nicely. -Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 pounds fresh beets
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
5 cups fresh baby spinach
2 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 30-60 minutes. Remove from the water; cool. Peel beets and cut into 1-in. pieces., In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil until blended. , Place spinach in salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with beets, goat cheese and walnuts. If desired, sprinkle with additional pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

THE BEST SPINACH SALAD



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Everyone LOVES this salad.

Provided by sweet alice

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 slices bacon
¾ pound fresh spinach
2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
2 tablespoons sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped raw almonds
1 tablespoon raw sunflower seeds
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels and crumble.
  • Layer spinach, bacon, eggs, and onion in a large bowl. Sprinkle with almonds and sunflower seeds. Whisk vegetable oil, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour over spinach mixture and toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 37 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1266.7 mg, Sugar 15 g

MY SPINACH SALAD



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This spinach salad is set apart from the typical spinach salad in two important ways: The red onions, which are usually sliced thin and added to the s

Categories     main dish     salad

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 whole Eggs
7 slices Thick Cut, Peppered Bacon
1 whole Red Onion, Small
1 package Mushrooms, White Button
8 oz. weight Baby Spinach, Washed Dried And Stems Removed
3 tbsp. Reserved Bacon Grease
3 tbsp. Red Wine Vinegar
2 tsp. Sugar
1/2 tsp. Dijon Mustard
1 dash Salt

Steps:

  • Cook eggs: cover with water, bring to a boil, then turn off heat and allow to sit in water for 20 minutes. Drain off water and add ice on top of eggs.Fry bacon until crispy/chewy. Remove to a paper towel. Remove 3 tablespoons grease and set aside. Add 2 add'l tablespoons of grease to a separate skillet over medium heat.Slice red onions very thinly, then add to skillet. Cook slowly until onions are caramelized and reduced. Remove to a plate and set aside.Slice mushrooms and add them to the same skillet. Cook slowly until caramelized and brown. Remove to a plate and set aside.Chop bacon.Peel and slice eggs.Make hot bacon dressing: Add 3 tablespoons bacon grease, vinegar, sugar, and Dijon to a small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat. Whisk mixture together and heat thoroughly.Add spinach to a large bowl. Arrange onions, mushrooms, and bacon on top. Pour hot dressing over the top; toss to combine.Arrange eggs over the top and serve.Enjoy!

CLASSIC SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch fresh spinach, washed, stems removed, torn into bite-sized pieces
4 ounces of bacon fried crisp, drained, crumbled, if desired or 2 chopped hard boiled eggs
4 large white mushrooms, sliced
1/4 small red onion, sliced thin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl toss together the spinach, crumbled bacon, if using or eggs, mushrooms and red onion. Top with your favorite vinaigrette.

CLASSIC WILTED LETTUCE SALAD



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When we were kids, my sister and I would prepare the freshly picked lettuce for this wilted lettuce salad recipe, rinsing it several times and carefully drying it. As we did so, we quibbled about the portions we'd each have. Somehow, it seems she always managed to get more! We still can't get enough of this salad. -Doris Natvig, Jesup, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 bacon strips, cut up
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 green onions with tops, sliced
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 to 10 cups torn leaf lettuce
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. , To the hot drippings, add the vinegar, water, onions, sugar, salt and pepper, stirring until sugar is dissolved. , Place lettuce in a salad bowl; immediately pour dressing over and toss lightly. Top with egg. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

GRANDMA'S SPINACH SALAD



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With all its fresh ingredients, this pretty spinach salad was my grandma's favorite. Even my little ones like it (but don't tell them spinach is good for them)! -Shelley Riebel, Armada, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
10 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 13 cups)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
5 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients until sugar is dissolved., In a 13x9-in. dish, layer half of each of the following: spinach, onion, mushrooms and eggs. Repeat layers. Drizzle with dressing; top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Spinach, tomatoes, and bell peppers are all at their best when they're fresh. If you can, buy them from a local farmers market or grow your own.
  • Don't overcook the spinach. Spinach wilts quickly, so it's important to cook it for just a few minutes. Otherwise, it will become tough and lose its flavor.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat. For example, you could use red tomatoes, yellow bell peppers, and green spinach.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a Dutch spinach salad. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or dressings.

Conclusion:

Dutch spinach salad is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad, give Dutch spinach salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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