TOMATO BACON SPINACH SALAD

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To dress up her swift spinach salad, Wendy Barnwell blends bottled Catalina dressing with warm bacon drippings and mustard. "It's a tasty addition to summer menus," shares the Fortuna, California cook. "I'm sure your family will enjoy this salad as much as mine."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
1/3 cup Catalina salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 cups baby spinach or torn fresh spinach
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 cup crumbled blue or feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels. drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings. Add the salad dressing, mustard, salt and pepper to the drippings; cook and stir over low heat until heated through., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, tomatoes, cheese and bacon. Drizzle with warm dressing; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 501mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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This is the perfect salad to take to a picnic or barbecue. It's easy to transport, and it holds up well in the heat.


Sunday Akeem
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's light, refreshing, and packed with nutrients.


Kabukusi Force
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Adesuyan Valentina
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Alvin John
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This is a great salad to make for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Eric Koomson
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I've never been a fan of spinach salads, but this one changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Ahmad_Gaming
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I made this salad for a potluck, and everyone loved it. It was gone in minutes!


Jonathin J Treece (JoNate)
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This salad is delicious! The dressing is perfect, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor.


sohel mobile
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I love the combination of tomatoes, bacon, and spinach in this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Khumo Mphogo
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.


Muhamad Yousif
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one was light and refreshing.


Dave Hughes with MMA weekly
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so fresh and flavorful, and I love the crunch of the bacon.


Sakhile Ndlovu
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


NAGUJJA PERUTH
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and everyone loved it.