Warm Bacon Dressing for Spinach Salad

Elevate your spinach salad with the irresistible flavors of this warm bacon dressing—an easy yet indulgent touch for your next meal. Crisp, smoky bacon forms the base of this luscious dressing, complemented by sweet honey, tangy apple cider vinegar, and the zesty kick of Dijon mustard. Finely chopped red onion and minced garlic are sautéed in the reserved bacon drippings, infusing every bite with rich, savory depth. A final drizzle of olive oil creates a silky-smooth emulsion to coat fresh spinach leaves in warm, flavorful bliss. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe transforms simple greens into a show-stopping side or light entrée. Perfect for entertaining or weeknight dinners, this warm bacon dressing for spinach salad is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 0.5 cup (finely chopped) red onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the bacon slices to the skillet and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally.

Step 3

Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Step 4

Leave about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet and carefully pour off any excess.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the finely chopped red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, stirring to avoid burning.

Step 7

Whisk in the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Stir until fully combined and heated through, about 1 minute.

Step 8

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled bacon.

Step 11

While the dressing is still warm, drizzle it over a bed of fresh spinach leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(282.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	689.8

Total Fat 48.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 47.5mg	0%
Sodium 2341.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 43.6mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 453.6mg	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: 63.0%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 26.6%