Best 11 Wilted Spinach Salad With Pickled Shallots And Sherry Vinaigrette Recipes

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In a symphony of flavors and textures, this Wilted Spinach Salad with Pickled Shallots and Sherry Vinaigrette emerges as a culinary masterpiece. Vibrant baby spinach forms the verdant foundation, artfully wilted to retain its crispness while embracing a delicate tenderness. Tangy pickled shallots add a piquant dimension, their acidity cutting through the richness of the dressing. Topped with crumbled goat cheese and the crowning glory of toasted walnuts, each bite is a delightful dance of contrasting flavors and textures.

Accompanying the main event are two complementary recipes that elevate the salad experience. The Pickled Shallots recipe unveils the art of transforming ordinary shallots into a tangy, translucent delight. With just a few simple steps and a touch of patience, you'll have a jar of gourmet pickled shallots to enhance salads, sandwiches, and cheeseboards alike.

The Sherry Vinaigrette recipe introduces a harmony of flavors, combining the nutty richness of sherry vinegar with the smoothness of olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey. A touch of garlic and shallot adds depth, while salt and pepper bring balance. This versatile vinaigrette not only complements the spinach salad but also serves as a delectable dressing for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and grain bowls.

Together, these recipes create a culinary journey that captivates the senses. The Wilted Spinach Salad, with its symphony of flavors and textures, takes center stage, while the Pickled Shallots and Sherry Vinaigrette provide supporting roles that elevate the overall experience. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure where taste buds rejoice and memories are made.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SHERRY-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE



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Gussy up your greens with a sophisticated dressing built on sherry vinegar.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, shallots and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH SHERRY VINAIGRETTE



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This healthy spinach salad is big on flavor with rich sherry vinegar, a touch of smoky paprika and briny olives. From Eating Well magazine, October 2008.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 1 1/2 cup serving, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces fresh spinach (washed, drained, patted dry)
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
1/3 cup sherry wine vinegar or 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) or 1/4 teaspoon hot paprika (optional)
1/3 cup reduced-sodium vegetable broth or 1/3 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped black olives, such as Kalamata

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a large bowl.
  • Place shallot, vinegar and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook, stirring often, until the liquid is nearly evaporated.
  • Add almonds and paprika (if using) and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • Stir in broth and olives and bring to a simmer.
  • Immediately pour the dressing over the spinach and toss until slightly wilted.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.3, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 99.9, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.3, Protein 2.6

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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Warm crispy bacon is the star of this simple spinach salad. We upped the ante with tender mushrooms, fresh red onion and hard-boiled eggs for a hearty salad your whole family can enjoy.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 5-ounce package baby spinach
4 large eggs
8 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
One 3.5-ounce package cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place the spinach in a large bowl and leave at room temperature. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Use a slotted spoon to gently lower the eggs into the water. Boil until both the whites and yolks are set (hard-boiled), about 10 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl filled with ice water and cool completely. Once cool, peel the eggs and cut each into quarters.
  • Meanwhile, put the bacon in a large skillet and set over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Remove half of the bacon fat to a small bowl and reserve.
  • Return the skillet and remaining bacon fat to medium heat. Add the mushrooms, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and a few grinds of black pepper to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the reserved bacon fat, vinegar, mustard and honey and whisk until smooth and emulsified. Taste and season with more salt and pepper.
  • Pour the hot bacon dressing over the spinach and toss until evenly coated and slightly wilted. Transfer to a platter and top with the eggs, red onion and reserved bacon.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD



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An interesting salad that is definitely not low cal! Very popular as a side dish or a meal with my family and friends.

Provided by CHPBD

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 eggs
1 pound bacon
2 bunches fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 eggs
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup white vinegar
¼ cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place 6 eggs in a medium saucepan with enough cold water to cover. Bring water to a boil, and immediately remove from heat. Cover, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel, and chop.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside, reserving approximately 1/2 cup of drippings in the skillet.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the spinach and green onions.
  • Heat the reserved drippings over low heat. In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 remaining eggs, sugar, white vinegar, and red wine vinegar. Add to warm grease, and whisk for about a minute, until thickened. Pour at once over spinach, add crumbled bacon, and toss to coat. Garnish with chopped egg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 206.5 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 568.6 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

WILTED SPINACH SALAD



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I served this terrific salad to guests and it was a hit! Pour the hot dressing over the salad right before serving time. I found this recipe in an old Farm Journal cookbook. Cook time is for the time it takes to boil the eggs and fry the bacon.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Spinach

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups spinach, washed,drained very well and torn into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup sliced green onion
3 hardboiled egg, coarsely chopped
5 slices bacon, chopped
1/4 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine spinach, onions and eggs in a large salad bowl.
  • Cook bacon in skillet until crispy; remove bacon and drain on paper towels.
  • Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of bacon drippings.
  • Add vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper to bacon drippings, heat to boiling, stirring to blend.
  • Pour over spinach mixture; toss gently.
  • Sprinkle with bacon.

LIGHTLY WILTED SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 10m

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil
1 small red onion, peeled and grated on a cheese grater
1 clove garlic, peeled and lightly smashed
Kosher salt
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3/4 pound spinach leaves, stemmed, washed and dried
3 eggs, hard boiled, peeled and chopped

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of the canola oil. Add the onion and garlic clove and cook, stirring gently, for 2 minutes. Season lightly with salt. Discard the garlic clove. Whisk in the cider vinegar and add 1 teaspoon canola oil. Taste for seasoning. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Place a large heatproof bowl over low heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil. When the bowl is warm remove it from the heat and add the spinach. Season lightly with salt and toss with a spoon so the spinach gets coated with the oil and wilts slightly, 1 minute. The spinach should only be partially wilted and still appear somewhat raw. Pour off any water that might accumulate in the bottom of the bowl from wilting and stir in the onion and dressing from the skillet. Add chopped hard-boiled egg. Serve immediately.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC-HONEY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 pound prosciutto, cut in strips
1 garlic clove, minced
1 portobello mushroom cap, sliced
1/2 red onion, cut in rings
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
3 ounces Gorgonzola
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Trim, wash and dry the spinach thoroughly and place in a salad bowl.
  • Coat a saute pan with 2 tablespoons olive oil and put over medium heat. Fry the prosciutto and garlic for a minute to flavor the oil, and then add the mushrooms and onions. Saute the mushrooms and onions until they are slightly brown and tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Scrape the mixture on top of the spinach, return the pan to the stove. Add balsamic vinegar and scrape up the bits at the bottom of the pan. Add remaining oil and honey. Swirl pan around for a minute to warm the vinaigrette.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, top with Gorgonzola. Season with salt and pepper, toss, and serve immediately.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD



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Adapted from the big book of vegetarian. Tossing fresh spinach in a hot vinagrette really brings out the flavor!

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced shallots
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup feta cheese
3 tablespoons thinly sliced black olives

Steps:

  • Place the spinach in a large bowl.
  • In a small skillet over med heat, warm the olive oil. Add the shallot, garlic, sugar, salt, pepper and oregano. Cook, stirring often until the shallot is slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice.
  • Pour the warm dressing over the spinach. Add the feta and olives and toss gently until the spinach is wilted. Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.2, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 480.6, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.1, Protein 4.2

SPINACH SALAD WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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Another innovative recipe that looks great and taste the same, from my sparse kitchen. Pair with Gallo® Family Vineyards Pinot Grigio.-Taste of Home Cooking School

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups torn spinach leaves
4 large fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 teaspoons grated onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine spinach and mushrooms; set aside. For dressing, combine onion, salt, pepper and mustard in a bowl. Whisk in vinegar until well combined. Gradually whisk in oil, beating until thick. Stir in lemon juice., Pour dressing over spinach and toss well to coat. Sprinkle bacon over spinach and toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS



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Serve this spinach salad with steak, burgers, or goat cheese and crusty bread.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 large shallots, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 bags (10 ounces each) baby spinach
1 teaspoon vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high. Add minced shallots, and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes. Season with coarse salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring, until shallots are sticky and browned, about 8 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring and scraping up browned bits from skillet, until shallots are dark brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; add whole-grain mustard and red wine vinegar and stir to combine. In a large bowl, place 2 bags (10 ounces each) baby spinach and pour warm dressing over top. Add 1 teaspoon vinegar, toss, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 g

WILTED SPINACH SALAD



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Pretty, fresh and sized just for two, this delicious salad sent in by Diana Grier of St. Joseph, Missouri may have you wishing for leftovers!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups torn fresh spinach
1 green onion, chopped
1 radish, chopped
Dash salt
Dash pepper
2 bacon strips, diced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, onion, radish, salt and pepper; set aside. , In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Combine the sugar, vinegar and lemon juice; stir into drippings. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Pour over spinach mixture and toss to coat. Top with bacon and egg.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose fresh spinach: Look for spinach leaves with a deep green color and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the spinach thoroughly: Rinse the spinach leaves in cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a light hand when wilting the spinach: Overcooking the spinach will make it tough and bitter. Wilt the spinach just until it is softened and slightly wilted.
  • Make the pickled shallots ahead of time: The pickled shallots can be made up to 2 weeks in advance. This will allow the flavors to develop and mellow.
  • Use a good quality sherry vinegar: A good sherry vinegar will add a rich, complex flavor to the dressing.
  • Taste the dressing before serving: Adjust the seasonings to your preference.

Conclusion:

This wilted spinach salad with pickled shallots and sherry vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fresh spinach, pickled shallots, and sherry vinaigrette is refreshing and flavorful. The salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and iron.

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