WARM SPINACH SALAD WITH BACON, TOMATOES, AND PECANS

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The bacon and the pecans add crunch to this delicious salad. You can substitute baby spinach in this recipe for a more tender bite, but we like how the flat-leaf wilts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup pecan halves
6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 pint (2 cups) grape tomatoes
1/3 cup white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 to 3 bunches (1 1/2 pounds total) flat-leaf spinach, trimmed, cleaned, and dried
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pecans on a rimmed baking sheet, and toast in oven until golden and fragrant, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons fat from skillet.
  • Add onion to skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomatoes, vinegar, and sugar; simmer until liquid thickens slightly and tomatoes are heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Place spinach in a large bowl, and pour hot tomato-onion mixture over; toss quickly to coat and wilt spinach. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with reserved pecans and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 11 g

Saqib Ali Bhutto
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This is the perfect salad for a light and healthy lunch.


Three Brother Gaming
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Eva Mathot
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach.


Ashik Vau
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Colonel Price
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I wasn't sure about the warm spinach, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's actually really good!


Summa Hope
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This is one of my favorite salads. I love the combination of warm spinach, crispy bacon, and tangy dressing.


Victoria Minor
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This salad is so healthy and flavorful. I feel good about eating it.


Md Hadayet ullah
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I tried this salad with grilled shrimp instead of bacon and it was delicious!


Thabiso Samuel
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic.


Emmily Jepkemboi
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Goreth Noreen
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This salad was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less dressing next time.


Khajaal Mottian
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are so well-balanced and the dressing is amazing. I highly recommend it!


Amber Ahtisham
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This salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The warm spinach provides a sturdy base for the crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy pecans. The dressing is a perfect balance of tangy and sweet.