Catalina and Bacon Salad

Indulge in the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors with this Catalina and Bacon Salad—a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that's both easy to prepare and bursting with colorful ingredients. Crisp romaine lettuce and tender baby spinach create the perfect leafy base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and sweet red onion rings add layers of freshness. The star of the show? Crispy, golden-brown bacon crumbles that complement the creamy, zesty Catalina dressing. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese and an irresistible crunch from croutons, this quick 15-minute salad is seasoned to perfection with a hint of salt and black pepper. Whether you're serving it as a satisfying side or a light main course, this salad is bound to impress at any gathering. Perfect for bacon lovers and salad enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.25 whole red onion
• 6 bacon strips
• 0.5 cup Catalina dressing
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese
• 1 cup croutons
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash the romaine lettuce and baby spinach thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry using a clean kitchen towel or salad spinner.

Step 2

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl along with the baby spinach.

Step 3

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber, slice it thinly, and add to the salad mixture.

Step 5

Cut the red onion into thin slices and separate into rings. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 6

Cook the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, approximately 7–10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

Sprinkle the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and croutons over the salad.

Step 8

Drizzle the Catalina dressing evenly over the salad ingredients.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat with the dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1266.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	912.1

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 55.6mg	0%
Sodium 3260.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.3g
Protein 35.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 391.1mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2355.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 43.4%