HOT BACON ASPARAGUS SALAD

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From Prophetstown, Illinois, Paulette Balda relates, "This meal-in-one salad is so easy to fix when I get home from work...but it looks like I spent an hour preparing it. It's great with warm rolls."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 bacon strips, diced
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups torn salad greens
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 2-3 tablespoons drippings. , Cut asparagus into 1-1/2-in. pieces; saute in drippings until crisp-tender. Add the vinegar, sugar, mustard, pepper and bacon. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. , In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens and almonds. Add the asparagus mixture; toss gently. Arrange eggs over the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Sheikh Mahfuz
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to potlucks or parties.


Francine 4Fleming
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon.


IMRAN HASSAIN
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this salad. The bacon and dressing really elevated the flavor of the asparagus.


Anya Golero
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Md Sehab
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so delicious.


Ayan Nasir
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This is my new favorite asparagus salad recipe. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


pop play
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to potlucks or parties.


Rumaisa Mazhar
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Angie Thato
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I love the smoky flavor that the bacon adds to this salad.


Sly Zen The Fount
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


jieqiang luo
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind. It's so good!


Denise Ndoj
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This is the best asparagus salad I've ever had. The bacon and asparagus cook perfectly together and the dressing is delicious.


Wasim Jatoi
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Joanne Mahabir
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the sweet asparagus, salty bacon, and tangy red onion.


Rahul Dx
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I love the way the bacon and asparagus pair together.


Shawn Siler
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This is my go-to recipe for asparagus salad. It's simple, delicious, and always a hit.


Sime Islam
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I love the combination of asparagus, bacon, and red onion in this salad. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Captian Kitty S
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kenole Kgosikwena
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I made this salad for a light lunch and it was perfect. The asparagus was crispy and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor.


shakib hossen
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This asparagus salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the flavors and freshness.