BABY SPINACH WITH ALMONDS AND GOLDEN RAISINS

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Yes, both bacon and butter can be part of healthy recipes! We use just a small amount of each in this low-calorie Spanish-inspired side dish, saving the butter for the very end so it has more impact.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 pounds baby spinach leaves
1/4 teaspoon Spanish smoked sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds out on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until light brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon to a small bowl, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat, add the shallots and 1 tablespoon water and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook until it is reduced and the shallots are glazed, about 3 minutes more. Add the spinach in batches, stirring to wilt before adding more. When all the spinach has been added, raise the heat to high, add the paprika, red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, covered, for 2 minutes. Remove the lid, stir in the raisins, toasted almonds, reserved bacon and butter and serve.

Yousaf Thaheem
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Overall, this is a great salad that I would definitely recommend. It's easy to make, healthy, and delicious.


Mubarak A W Adam
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less honey in the dressing.


Hakim Ali
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Hekmat Zurmati
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This is a great salad for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Ndubisi Otabo
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few ingredients, but they all come together perfectly.


GT 89
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at potlucks. I highly recommend it!


tarvance larry
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one is an exception. The almonds and golden raisins add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Rifat Gaming
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover baby spinach. It's also a great choice for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


Abdul rehmandon110
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very refreshing. I especially liked the contrast between the sweet raisins and the tangy dressing.


omowunmi baraka
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This baby spinach salad with almonds and golden raisins is a delightful dish! The combination of flavors and textures is simply amazing. The baby spinach leaves are tender and delicate, while the almonds add a nice crunch and the golden raisins provi