Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Tangy Bacon Salad Dressing, a flavor-packed recipe that blends savory, smoky, and sweet notes into every bite. Made with crispy bacon, a hint of honey, tangy apple cider vinegar, and bold Dijon mustard, this dressing is the ultimate balance of richness and zest. The addition of finely minced shallot adds a delicate onion-like flavor, while olive oil ensures a silky, smooth texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a dip for crusty bread. Bonus: it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it a time-saving, versatile addition to your repertoire. Try this unique bacon vinaigrette today and turn your salads into a restaurant-worthy side dish!
Place the bacon slices in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside on paper towels to drain.
While the bacon cools, finely mince the shallot.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Crumble the cooled bacon into small pieces and stir into the dressing.
Add the minced shallot and stir well to incorporate all ingredients.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving if refrigerated.
Serving size | 197.8 grams (197.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 565 |
Total Fat 45.30g | 58% |
Saturated Fat 8.20g | 41% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g | |
Cholesterol 32mg | 11% |
Sodium 1826mg | 79% |
Total Carbohydrate 25.40g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber 1.30g | 5% |
Total Sugars 20.60g | |
Protein 11.80g | 24% |
Vitamin D 5IU | 26% |
Calcium 26mg | 2% |
Iron 1mg | 7% |
Potassium 307mg | 7% |
Source of Calories