SWEET-SOUR SPINACH SALAD WITH BACON

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The L&T tasting panel loved this full-flavored contribution from Jennifer Cain. "When I tasted this tangy salad at a cookout, I immediately asked for the recipe," she writes from Bel Air, Maryland. "Even after I pared it down and added veggies, it was still a hit!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved
1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow summer squash
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, water chestnuts, squash, mushrooms, garbanzo beans and onion. , In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, oil, ketchup, water, vinegar, garlic and salt. Pour over spinach mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ashley Shea
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I'm not sure about the combination of sweet and sour, but I'm willing to try it.


Aji Croiz
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This salad looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Waqar Nasir
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I would love to try this salad, but I'm allergic to nuts. Do you have any suggestions for substitutions?


Md Alinoor
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This salad is perfect for a summer potluck. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.


Sharjeel Ahmad Sharjeel
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The bacon in this salad adds a nice smoky flavor. I love the combination of sweet and sour.


hasaan Memon
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I'm always looking for new spinach salad recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


USHANKA
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This salad is so versatile. I've added different fruits and nuts to it and it's always delicious.


pamana jone
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Stella Stephens
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the dressing.


nkumba tonny
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one is amazing! The dressing is perfect.


Katlo Oatlhotse
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the sweet and sour dressing.


james kelvin
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is so flavorful and the bacon adds a nice crunch.


Kevin Abiero
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This sweet and sour spinach salad with bacon was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.