KITTENCAL'S SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC HONEY-DIJON VINAIGRETTE

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If you are a spinach salad-lover then this is one you should not pass up! Serve this to your guests or family then sit back and wait for all the rave reviews you will get! Add in some cooked shrimp or chicken breast if desired! the dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance, it will need a minimum of 2 hours chilling time to blend flavours, the dressing will make about 3/4 cup but it can easily be doubled. The salad amounts are only a guideline, all amounts can be adjusted to taste. Also see my recipe #66596 and recipe #116849.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb fresh spinach (washed and dried)
4 large fresh white button mushrooms (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or use feta cheese or Parmesan)
1 1/2 cups croutons (or 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds see Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
black pepper
salt (optional)
3 hard-cooked hard-boiled eggs (peeled sliced into wedges)
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing; in a bowl whisk together garlic, salt, Dijon, honey and balsamic vinegar; add in olive oil in a slow steady stream until emulsified.
  • Adjust honey amount adding in more if desired for a sweeter taste, then season with more salt if needed, and black pepper.
  • Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using.
  • For salad; place the spinach leaves in a large glass bowl; top with sliced mushrooms, bacon, blue cheese or feta cheese, croutons and sliced red onion (if using).
  • Toss all ingredients together with salad forks.
  • Season with black pepper (and salt if desired).
  • Place the egg wedges all around inside edges of bowl.
  • Serve with prepared dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.6, Fat 41.5, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 165.3, Sodium 958, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 12

Bobby Davis
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Okonkwo Somto
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ju Jiang
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of spinach, strawberries, and feta cheese.


Pillah 255
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Minahil Micky
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish. It's also a great side dish for grilled vegetables.


Jual Shak
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Ronaldo Williams
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover spinach.


Jawad hussain
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Roxie Bishop
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of spinach, strawberries, and feta cheese.


Danika Howell-Saragoza
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Janet Folikuma
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Naim Mal
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Bilan Elmi
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Choudhary Dawood
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This salad is delicious and healthy. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Kumari Rani
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mohammed JM Alashram
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This is my new favorite salad! The dressing is amazing and the combination of spinach, strawberries, and feta cheese is perfect.


wahid rahman
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever berries are in season.


S.a mobile S.a mobile
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Jennifer Preston
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This spinach salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish. The balsamic honey dijon vinaigrette is the perfect complement to the baby spinach, strawberries, and feta cheese.