Best 3 Sweet And Sour Spinach Salad Recipes

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In the culinary realm, few dishes offer the perfect blend of flavors like a sweet and sour spinach salad. This tantalizing salad, with its vibrant colors and diverse textures, is a delightful symphony for the taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned salad enthusiast or a novice explorer of culinary delights, embarking on a journey to discover the best sweet and sour spinach salad recipe is an adventure worth taking. With countless variations and interpretations, this guide aims to lead you through the delectable world of sweet and sour spinach salads, arming you with the knowledge to craft your own perfect rendition.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SALAD WITH SWEET AND SOUR DRESSING



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One of my favorite salads. Creamy sweet-tart dressing clings easily to spinach, oranges, and red onions. I use baby spinach. You can use canned mandarin oranges, but I like the fresh oranges. Very colorful, great for a special occasion or everyday healthy treat. Everyone loves it. From Sunset Recipe Annual 1988 Edition.

Provided by Imagenie

Categories     Oranges

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs spinach, washed
2 large oranges
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup salad oil
salt

Steps:

  • Wrap spinach leaves in paper towels and chill to crisp, at least 1 hour or up to 1 day.
  • Peel oranges and remove the white membrane, then cut fruit segments from inner membranes. Separate onion slices into individual rings.
  • In a small bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, mustard, celery seed, and paprika until sugar dissolves. Add salad oil, whisking until dressing is the consistency of honey.
  • Combine spinach, oranges, and onion in a serving bowl. Pour dressing over salad, then mix lightly to coat, add salt to taste. Serve at once.

SWEET AND SOUR SPINACH SALAD



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A tangy warm bacon dressing pulls together all of the delicious elements in this great-tasting spring salad. The bowl looks colorful, thanks to the red onion and sunny hard-cooked eggs in the mixture. Recipe adapted from original by Vikki Rebholz.

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1 dash salt
1/3 cup cold water
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 egg, lightly beaten
18 cups fresh spinach, washed, spun dry, torn and chilled in advance
3 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1/2 lb sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
4 slices red onions

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt.
  • Gradually stir in water and vinegar until smooth.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Gradually stir a small amount of hot dressing into beaten egg.
  • Return all to the pan, stirring constantly.
  • Bring to a gentle boil.
  • Place spinach in a large salad bowl.
  • Drizzle with warm dressing.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Top with the hard cooked eggs, bacon and onion.
  • Serve immediately in chilled salad bowls.
  • Note: An egg slicer, purchased inexpensively at a local food gadget store, greatly improves the looks of this salad.

SWEET AND SOUR SPINACH SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 14

6 slices bacon cut in 1/2 -inch pieces
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup splenda
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons ginger ground
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces tofu (soy bean curd), rinsed and cubed
3/4 cup onion quartered, thinly sliced
1 pound spinach
1 cup bean sprouts rinsed and drained
1 cup celery thinly sliced
3 eggs hard-cooked

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, fry bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside.2. In a medium bowl, mix oil, vinegar, splenda, soy sauce, ginger, salt and pepper until well blended. Add tofu and onion. Stir and set aside.3. Rinse, stem and drain spinach. Tear into bite-size pieces (you will have about 8 cups). Place in a large salad bowl. Add bean sprouts, celery and bacon, Pour on dressing and toss. Press hard-cooked eggs through a sieve. Sprinkle eggs over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed spinach and pre-cooked chicken.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as cucumber, tomatoes, or bell peppers.
  • If you don't have any balsamic vinegar, you can use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead.
  • If you like a sweeter dressing, add a little bit of honey or maple syrup.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This sweet and sour spinach salad is a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.

The sweet and sour dressing is a perfect balance of flavors, and it really brings the salad together. Plus, the salad is packed with vitamins and minerals, so it's a great way to boost your immune system and overall health.

So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this sweet and sour spinach salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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