Best 6 Strawberry And Bacon Salad Recipes

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Strawberry and bacon salad is a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures. This popular dish is a refreshing and unique way to enjoy the flavors of fresh strawberries and crispy bacon. With a variety of ingredients and dressings, there are endless possibilities for creating a delicious strawberry and bacon salad that will tantalize your taste buds. This article will guide you through the process of making a delicious strawberry and bacon salad, providing tips and tricks to ensure the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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

STRAWBERRY-BACON SPINACH SALAD



Strawberry-Bacon Spinach Salad image

Ruth Haywood's colorful Strawberry-Bacon Spinach Salad is sweet and crunchy with a tangy dressing. "I made this recipe for our prayer group, and everyone enjoyed it," Ruth writes from Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, bacon, onion and walnuts. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 28g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH WARM BACON VINAIGRETTE



Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 ounces baby spinach
1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the spinach, strawberries and shallots in a large bowl.
  • Toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl or plate and set aside to cool.
  • Put the bacon in a cold medium skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; leave the bacon fat in the pan.
  • Take the skillet off the heat and stir in the mustard and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Add the vinegar and then whisk in the olive oil. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the bacon and almonds to the salad, pour over the bacon vinaigrette, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH FETA AND BACON



Strawberry Spinach Salad With Feta and Bacon image

Strawberry spinach salad has feta cheese, sweet onion, and crumbled bacon all tossed with a raspberry vinaigrette dressing.

Provided by MALLOYLK

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
1 quart fresh strawberries
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 small sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), sliced
1 (2 ounce) package bacon bits
½ (16 ounce) bottle reduced-fat raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing (such as Kraft® Raspberry Vinaigrette Lite)

Steps:

  • Place spinach into a large salad bowl and slice strawberries over spinach; sprinkle with feta cheese, onion, and bacon bits. Pour raspberry dressing over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 23.6 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 846.7 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

MY FAVORITE STRAWBERRY BACON SALAD



My Favorite Strawberry Bacon Salad image

This is our favorite strawberry bacon salad because it's always a crowd-pleaser and if you already have cooked bacon, it takes about 15 minutes to throw together.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 pound strawberries, sliced
5-6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese*
2/3 cup chopped pecans*
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 Tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Make the vinaigrette first by whisking all of the vinaigrette ingredients together. Taste, then add salt and pepper as needed. You can make the dressing ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until ready to use. It's great for up to 2 weeks when stored in the refrigerator.
  • If your bacon is not already cooked, cook it according to its package directions. Cool until ready to handle, then chop it up.
  • In a large bowl, toss all of the salad ingredients together, then mix in the vinaigrette. You may not need all the vinaigrette- use as much or little as you prefer.
  • Plate and serve. Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

STRAWBERRY BACON ROMAINE SALAD



Strawberry Bacon Romaine Salad image

Delicious to die for recipe, not to mention gorgeous! I've tried lots of others but the bacon is by far the best!

Provided by Peeps

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch of fresh romaine lettuce, freshly torn
1 slice red onion
1 carton of freshly sliced strawberry
1 lb of crisply fried bacon
1 cup slivered almonds or 1 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 -4 tablespoons raspberry vinegar

Steps:

  • Toast almonds with sugar and butter mixed together in 350 degree oven until lightly browned (watch closely) Tear lettuce leaves and toss with red onions, strawberries and chopped fried bacon.
  • When almonds are cool sprinkle on top of salad.
  • Whisk dressing together and pour over salad and toss all together.
  • Delightful salad.
  • Believe me you will receive many compliments on this one!

BROCCOLI STRAWBERRY SALAD



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This is an interesting combination of ingredients, but it's delicious! I make it for every BBQ and at the end of the night I'm writing down the recipe for everyone! Try it, you'll definitely like it!

Provided by mama426

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups fresh strawberries, quartered
1 (8 ounce) package Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1/2-cubes
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli, strawberries, and Colby-Monterey Jack cheese in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together in another bowl until blended; pour over broccoli mixture. Sprinkle almonds over broccoli salad and gently toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 268.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor.
  • Use a good quality bacon that is thick-cut and not too salty.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy but not burnt.
  • Use a light and tangy dressing to balance out the sweetness of the strawberries and the saltiness of the bacon.
  • Add some crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately after assembling so that the strawberries don't get soggy.

Conclusion:

Strawberry and bacon salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your salad sweet, salty, or tangy, there is a strawberry and bacon salad recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give strawberry and bacon salad a try.

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