Best 10 Warm Spinach Salad With Apples Bacon And Cranberries Recipes

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Warm spinach salad with apples, bacon, and cranberries is a delightful dish that combines a variety of flavors and textures for a satisfying, wholesome meal. The tender, earthy spinach forms the base of the salad, while crispy bacon, sweet apples, and tart cranberries add contrasting elements. A warm dressing made with a touch of vinegar and honey elevates the salad, bringing all the ingredients together in a harmonious balance. Whether served as a main course or as a side dish, this warm spinach salad is sure to please any palate.

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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.

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

WARM SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLES, BACON, AND CRANBERRIES



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Wilt the spinach by tossing the salad while the dressing is still hot. From Cooking Light, November 2006.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 granny smith apple, sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cranberry juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (drained)

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; toss well.
  • Combine vinegar, sugar, juice, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in sour cream. Drizzle warm dressing over spinach mixture; toss well.
  • Sprinkle with bacon; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.6, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 312.5, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 9.7, Protein 4.2

WARM SPINACH AND MCINTOSH APPLE SALAD WITH BACON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 thick bacon slices
1 small red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper
1 (10-ounce) bag fresh spinach, rinsed, patted dry and torn into bite-size pieces
1 McIntosh apple, cored and sliced thinly

Steps:

  • In a skillet set over moderate heat cook the bacon until it is crisp. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towel and let it drain. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from the skillet.
  • Add the onion to the skillet and cook it, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes, or until it is wilted. Add the vinegar, mustard, sugar and salt and pepper, to taste and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring. In a serving bowl combine the spinach and apple. Add the hot dressing and toss to combine and serve.

WARM SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLES, BACON, AND CRANBERRIES



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Vegetable     Side

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sliced Granny Smith apple (about 1 small)
3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1 (10-ounce) package fresh baby spinach
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cranberry juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled (drained)

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; toss well. Combine vinegar, sugar, juice, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in sour cream. Drizzle warm dressing over spinach mixture; toss well. Sprinkle with bacon; serve immediately.

BACON, APPLE, AND SPINACH SALAD



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From the My Great Recipes collection. The discription reads: "Quick and delicious, this interesting combination of crunch ingredients makes an appealing salad to serve with a sandwich or with a meal."

Provided by SuzV2796

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon, cooked crisp
1 lb fresh spinach leaves, washed & stems removed
1 apple, unpeeled, cored and sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup salted sunflower seeds or 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup salad oil

Steps:

  • Crumble bacon. Toss with spinach, apples, and onions in salad bowl.
  • In small bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. Whisk in the oil until well blended.
  • Just before serving, drizzle dressing over salad, tossing well. Sprinkle with nuts.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM APPLE CIDER AND BACON DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Fruit Juice     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Apple     Bacon     Spinach     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 slices of lean bacon, chopped fine
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1/2 cup finely chopped apple
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups unpasteurized apple cider
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound fresh spinach, coarse stems discarded and the leaves washed well and spun dry

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook the bacon over moderate heat, turning it, until it is crisp, transfer it to paper towels to drain, and discard all but 2 tablespoons of the fat. In the fat remaining in the skillet cook the shallot and the apple over moderate heat, stirring, for 1 minute, add the vinegar, the cider, and salt and pepper to taste, and boil the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until it is reduced to about 1/2 cup. Whisk in the mustard, the oil, and salt and pepper to taste. In a large bowl toss the spinach with the warm dressing until it is just wilted and sprinkle the salad with the bacon.

WARM SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons cooking oil
4 ounces slab bacon, trimmed of rind and finely diced
3/4 pound fresh spinach trimmed of stems, well washed and dried and torn into small pieces
1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, washed and sliced thin
1/3 cup thin-sliced red onion, separated into rings
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Freshly ground red pepper
1 hard-cooked egg yolk, crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet and sautee the bacon until the pieces are golden brown. Remove from the heat.
  • Mix spinach, mushrooms and onion in a glass or ceramic bowl. (Do not use wood - it will soak up the warm dressing.)
  • Toss salad ingredients with the vinegar.
  • Reheat the bacon and drippings in the skillet and pour over salad. Toss thoroughly then cover the salad with the overturned skillet for about 30 seconds. Toss again.
  • Season with pepper, crumble sieved hard-cooked egg yolk on the salad and serve.

CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING



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Salads don't get any easier than this! The dressing is a snap to make, too. -Elise Herzog, Jacksonville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (1 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
1 cup dried cranberries
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries and onion. , In a small microwave-safe bowl, whisk the lime juice, honey and mustard; stir in bacon. Microwave until warm. Serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HOT SPINACH APPLE SALAD



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With a light sweet-tangy dressing, the spinach doesn't wilt and the apples retain their crunch. We serve this salad with homemade bread. -Denise Albers, Freeburg, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
9 cups fresh baby spinach
2 unpeeled large red apples, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, chopped (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , In same skillet, combine vinegar, brown sugar and reserved drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a serving bowl, combine spinach, apples, onion and bacon. Drizzle with warm dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender spinach: Wilted or limp spinach will not hold up well in this salad.
  • Use a variety of apples: Different types of apples will give your salad different flavors and textures. Try using a mix of sweet and tart apples, such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Braeburn.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy: Crispy bacon will add a nice textural contrast to the salad.
  • Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar or blue cheese will add a lot of flavor to the salad.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it.

Conclusion:

This warm spinach salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a fall or winter day. The combination of warm spinach, apples, bacon, cranberries, and walnuts is sure to please everyone at your table. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this warm spinach salad a try.

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