Best 13 Spinach Shrimp Salad With Hot Bacon Dressing Recipes

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Spinach shrimp salad with hot bacon dressing is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The spinach provides a bed of fresh, earthy greens, while the shrimp adds a succulent and briny flavor. The hot bacon dressing, made with crispy bacon, tangy vinegar, and sweet honey, brings it all together with a creamy, savory sauce.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP AND SPINACH SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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When I meet former co-workers for lunch at our favorite restaurant, we always order this salad. I wanted to share it with my husband, so I made it my mission to re-create it. Mission accomplished! -Lisa Bynum, Brandon, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
4 bacon strips, chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach
3/4 cup julienned roasted sweet red peppers
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Sprinkle shrimp with steak seasoning. On 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes on each side., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Add shallot; cook and stir over medium heat until tender, 1-2 minutes. Stir in next 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Remove from heat., In a large serving bowl, combine spinach and dressing; toss to coat. Layer with shrimp and pepper slices; top with cooked bacon and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 739mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges

A HEALTHY SHRIMP AND SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON RECIPE



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The word "spinach" creates a health halo for cooks and diners alike. People think that because the base of a salad is made with a...

Provided by David Zinczenko and Matt Goulding

Categories     Lunch, Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 strips bacon
cut into small pieces
1⁄2 red onion
sliced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
8 oz shrimp
peeled and deveined
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 Tbsp pine nuts
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
3 Tbsp red wine vinegar Olive oil (optional)
1 bag (6 oz) baby spinach
2 hard-boiled eggs
sliced

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Cook the bacon until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel on a plate and reserve. Add the onion and mushrooms to the hot pan and cook until the onions begin to brown, about 3 minutes. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the hot pan, along with the pine nuts. Cook until the shrimp are pink and firm, no more than 4 minutes (shrimp cook more quickly than nearly any other protein and no one likes overcooked shrimp). Stir the mustard and vinegar into the pan; season with salt and pepper. If the pan looks dry, add a splash of olive oil. Divide the spinach and eggs among 4 plates and top with the hot shrimp mixture and some of the liquid in the pan. Sprinkle with the bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220

SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING



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To make his Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing recipe from Good Eats on Food Network even better, Alton Brown tops it with sliced eggs and mushrooms.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces young spinach
2 large eggs
8 pieces thick-sliced bacon, chopped
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large white mushrooms, sliced
3 ounces red onion (1 small), very thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Remove the stems from the spinach and wash, drain and pat dry thoroughly. Place into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Place the eggs into an electric kettle and cover with cold water by at least 1-inch. Turn the kettle on. Once the water comes to a boil, the kettle will turn itself off. Leave the eggs in the water for 15 minutes. Remove and peel off the shell. Slice each egg into 8 pieces and set aside.
  • While the eggs are cooking, fry the bacon and remove to a paper towel to drain, reserving 3 tablespoons of the rendered fat. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
  • Transfer the fat to a small saucepan set over low heat and whisk in the red wine vinegar, sugar and Dijon mustard. Season with a small pinch each of kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Add the mushrooms and the sliced onion to the spinach and toss. Add the dressing and bacon and toss to combine. Divide the spinach between 4 plates or bowls and evenly divide the egg among them. Season with pepper, as desired. Serve immediately.

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.

SPINACH SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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This spinach salad with black-eyed peas is a twist on one of my favorite culinary traditions: serving beans and greens on New Year's Day. Greens represent paper money and beans symbolize coins. Here I present these ingredients in salad form, which is a great delivery system for hot bacon dressing.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
¼ cup vegetable oil
½ cup minced onion
1 pinch salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup rice vinegar
½ cup water
½ cup white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
⅓ cup bacon drippings
2 teaspoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound baby spinach leaves
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
12 white button mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook and stir bacon with 1/4 cup vegetable in a skillet over medium heat until bacon is browned and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour bacon into a strainer set over a bowl, reserving 1/3 cup of bacon drippings.
  • Return skillet to medium heat. Stir onions and salt into the skillet; cook and stir until onions are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and golden, 1 minute.
  • Stir cider vinegar, rice vinegar, 1/2 cup water, sugar, and Dijon mustard into onion mixture. Increase heat to medium-high and simmer.
  • Whisk 2 teaspoons water and cornstarch in a bowl. Gradually pour cornstarch mixture into onion mixture and whisk until thickened. 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Drizzle reserved 1/3 cup bacon drippings into onion mixture, whisking constantly. Add cooked bacon and stir to combine. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  • Combine spinach, black-eyed peas, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl; toss to combine. Drizzle hot bacon dressing over spinach mixture; toss quickly and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 26.1 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 673.6 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON-MUSTARD DRESSING



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A classic steakhouse-style spinach salad with the absolute best warm bacon-mustard dressing I've ever had! Looks and tastes like a lot of work, but can be prepared in no time! This salad can easily be converted to a main dish salad by adding strips of grilled chicken breast.

Provided by brightlightz

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
4 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and sliced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
4 strips crisply cooked bacon, crumbled
10 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded
½ cup toasted sliced almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large shallot, minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
⅓ cup white wine vinegar
⅓ cup Dijon mustard
⅓ cup honey
2 strips crisply cooked bacon, crumbled
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place spinach into a large serving bowl, top with hard-cooked eggs, mushrooms, 4 crumbled strips of bacon, Swiss cheese, and almonds.
  • Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallots and garlic, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and 2 crumbled strips of bacon; season to taste with salt and pepper, then cook until hot.
  • Pour hot dressing over spinach and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 292.6 mg, Fat 40.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1123.4 mg, Sugar 26 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND WARM BACON DRESSING RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Spinach Salad with Shrimp and Warm Bacon Dressing Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by CarolineNGa

Number Of Ingredients 15

SALAD:
8 cups fresh, washed baby spinach, dried really well
3 boiled eggs, sliced
4 pieces of cooked bacon, crumbled
1/2 red onion, sliced very thin
SHRIMP:
1 pound of fresh, peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons of bacon drippings
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, you can substitute cider vinegar if needed
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1/3 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • GRILL THE SHRIMP: Place grill pan on grill and set burners to high. Sprinkle shrimp with Old Bay seasoning and toss to coat. Place shrimp on grill pan. Grill shrimp 2-3 minutes per side. They will be firm and white when fully cooked-check often, being careful not to overcook. MAKE THE DRESSING: In a small bowl, mix vinegar, sugar, honey and mustard. Heat bacon drippings in sauce pan on low. When drippings are warm, slowly pour in the vinegar mixture. Whisk all ingredients together until mixed well. Keep whisking on low temp til the dressing is emulsified. PREPARE THE SALAD: Place spinach on large platter. Arrange the grilled shrimp,crumbled bacon, and onion on top of greens. Gently drizzle with warm dressing. Add egg slices. Toss gently to serve.

HEARTY SPINACH SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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This warm, hearty spinach and bacon salad offers comfort at any meal. The glossy dressing features a hint of celery seed for a special touch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups torn fresh spinach
3 bacon strips, diced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a large salad bowl; set aside. In a small nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. , In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard, celery seed and pepper. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. , Remove from the heat; pour over spinach and toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SPINACH SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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Thick-sliced bacon, along with its melted fat, provide not only flavor but also the hot dressing to wilt the greens in this spinach salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 bunches spinach, about 2 pounds, tough stems removed, cleaned
1 small red onion, cut into slivers
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound slab or very thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/4-by-1/2-inch pieces
1 large shallot, minced
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 one-pound loaf white bread, crusts removed, cut into 1-inch squares

Steps:

  • Toss spinach and onion in a large bowl. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and bacon, and cook, stirring occasionally, until well browned.
  • Transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Remove and reserve 4 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the skillet, and place the remainder back over medium heat. Add the shallot, and cook until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in vinegar, sugar, honey mustard, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and dressing is hot, about 1 minute.
  • Pour dressing over spinach, add reserved bacon, and toss well. Heat 2 tablespoons of the reserved bacon fat in the same skillet. Add half the bread cubes, and toss to coat them evenly. Cook until bread cubes are golden, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to a paper towel, and repeat with remaining bread cubes, adding remaining 2 tablespoons bacon fat to pan. Add to salad, and toss well. Serve immediately.

SPINACH SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND WARM BACON DRESSING



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Combine outdoor cooking with fresh flavors and you get this tasty salad.

Provided by Donya Mullins

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups fresh washed baby spinach (, dried really well)
1 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp (, grilled)
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
3 boiled eggs (, sliced)
4 pieces cooked bacon (, crumbled)
1/2 red onion (, sliced very thin)
3 tablespoons bacon drippings
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1/3 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place grill pan on grill and set burners to high.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with Old Bay seasoning and toss to coat.
  • Place shrimp on grill pan.
  • Grill shrimp 2-3 minutes per side. They will be firm and white when fully cooked-check often, being careful not to overcook.
  • In a small bowl, mix vinegar, sugar, honey and mustard.
  • Heat bacon drippings in pan on low.
  • When drippings are warm, slowly pour in the vinegar mixture.
  • Whisk all ingredients together until mixed well.
  • Place spinach on large platter.
  • Arrange shrimp,crumbled bacon and onion on top of greens.
  • Gently drizzle with warm dressing.
  • Add egg slices.
  • Toss gently to serve.

SPINACH SHRIMP SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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Make and share this Spinach Shrimp Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bert2421

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon, cut in 1 inch pieces
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
4 cups lightly packed bite-size spinach leaves
1 cup sliced mushroom
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 lb cooked peeled and deveined med shrimp

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in 10" skillet over med-high heat until crisp.
  • Stir in vinegar, sugar and mustard; continue stirring til sugar is dissolved.
  • Toss spinach, mushrooms, cheese and shrimp in large bowl.
  • Drizzle hot bacon dressing over spinach mixture.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.9, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 159.2, Sodium 759.5, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 5.2, Protein 21.2

SPINACH SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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Make and share this Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by _Pixie_

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach (coarse stems removed, washed in cold water and dried)
6 slices bacon, cut crosswise in very thin strips
2 green onions, sliced finely
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Rip spinach into bite size pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
  • Fry bacon until crispy, remove bacon to drain on paper towel.
  • Stir fry the green onions in the bacon drippings.
  • Mix in vinegar and ketchup, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes.
  • Pour hot dressing over spinach and toss well.
  • Add bacon and toss again.

SPINACH-SHRIMP SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING



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Throwing together this seafood favorite won't take long. Feta cheese is the surprise ingredient.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
4 cups lightly packed bite-size pieces spinach leaves
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (3 ounces)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 pound cooked peeled deveined medium shrimp

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Stir in vinegar, sugar and mustard; continue stirring until sugar is dissolved.
  • Toss spinach, mushrooms, cheese and shrimp in large bowl. Drizzle hot bacon dressing over spinach mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Chop the vegetables, cook the bacon, and prepare the dressing ahead of time to streamline the assembly process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the more flavorful your salad will be. Look for vibrant, crisp vegetables and succulent shrimp.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked shrimp will become tough and rubbery.
  • Make sure the bacon is crispy: Crispy bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor to the salad. Cook the bacon until it is golden brown and slightly crispy.
  • Use a light hand with the dressing: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.

Conclusion:

This spinach shrimp salad with hot bacon dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table. With its vibrant colors and zesty dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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