Easy Wilted Spinach Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Easy Wilted Spinach Salad, a warm and hearty twist on classic greens that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Crisp, fresh spinach is lightly wilted under the heat of a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing infused with garlic, honey, and Dijon mustard. Sautéed red onions add a touch of sweetness, while crispy bacon crumbles lend the perfect savory crunch. This quick and satisfying dish combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavors, making it an effortless side or light main course for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or a healthful addition to your dinner table, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy nutritious spinach in a whole new way.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 4 slices bacon
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the fresh spinach thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in the skillet and discard the rest.

Step 3

Chop the cooked bacon into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion. Add it to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease and sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

Mince the garlic clove and add it to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and pour the dressing into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir well to combine and heat through, about 1 minute.

Step 8

Pour the warm dressing mixture over the spinach in the salad bowl. Toss gently to wilt the spinach slightly.

Step 9

Top the salad with the chopped bacon and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	346.9 grams (346.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	505

Total Fat 39.30g	50%
Saturated Fat 8.20g	41%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 32mg	11%
Sodium 1270mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 20.20g	7%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 16.10g	32%

Vitamin D 5IU	26%
Calcium 198mg	15%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 300mg	6%

*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: 70.9%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 16.2%