Ranch Spinach Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Ranch Spinach Salad, a refreshing and hearty dish that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. Packed with nutrient-rich fresh baby spinach, crisp cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and shredded carrots, this salad is as colorful as it is nutritious. Topped with savory crumbled bacon, creamy shredded cheddar cheese, protein-rich hard-boiled eggs, and a delightful crunch of sunflower seeds, every bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. Drizzled with tangy ranch dressing and finished with a sprinkle of black pepper, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an easy yet impressive option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Indulge in this satisfying, flavor-packed salad that's perfect for anyone looking for a quick, versatile dish that’s both wholesome and indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup shredded carrot
• 2 large hard-boiled eggs
• 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup ranch dressing
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the baby spinach thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and then cut the rounds in half to create half-moon shapes. Add these to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely slice the red onion into thin strips and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Add the shredded carrot to the bowl for extra color and crunch.

Step 6

Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs into rounds, and gently place them on top of the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 7

Sprinkle the cooked, crumbled bacon and sunflower seeds evenly across the salad.

Step 8

Add the shredded cheddar cheese over the top for a touch of creamy flavor.

Step 9

Drizzle the ranch dressing evenly over the salad, and season with black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently just before serving to ensure the dressing and toppings are evenly distributed. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	745.1 grams (745.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	851

Total Fat 60.30g	77%
Saturated Fat 21.70g	109%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.70g
Cholesterol 508mg	169%
Sodium 1289mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 35.10g	13%
Dietary Fiber 11.30g	40%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 51.80g	104%

Vitamin D 100IU	500%
Calcium 673mg	52%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 2092mg	45%

*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: 61.0%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 15.8%