Hot Bacon Dressing for Spinach Salad

Elevate your spinach salad with the irresistible flavors of this Hot Bacon Dressing, a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Crafted with crispy bacon, sautéed red onion, garlic, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this warm dressing transforms simple greens into a gourmet delight. The combination of apple cider vinegar and a hint of sugar adds a beautifully balanced acidity and sweetness, while the reserved bacon drippings create a velvety texture that clings to every leaf. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe brings a restaurant-quality touch to your table. Drizzle it generously over fresh spinach and watch it wilt slightly under the warmth, delivering rich flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 1 small, finely diced red onion
• 1 clove, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cooking the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Once cooked, remove the bacon slices and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve about 3 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet, discarding the rest.

Step 2

Chop the cooked bacon into small crumbles and set aside for later use.

Step 3

In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the finely diced red onion and sauté over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 5

Sprinkle the sugar into the skillet and stir it into the onion and garlic mixture. Allow it to dissolve completely before adding the apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard.

Step 6

Pour the water into the skillet and stir until the ingredients are well combined and the dressing begins to bubble gently.

Step 7

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, adjusting to your taste preferences.

Step 8

Turn off the heat, then stir in the crumbled bacon. Ensure the dressing is evenly mixed.

Step 9

Serve the hot bacon dressing immediately by drizzling it over a fresh spinach salad. Toss to coat the greens evenly, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(268.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	389.4

Total Fat 18.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 47.5mg	0%
Sodium 2109.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 29.9g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 43.6mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 452.3mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 39.3%