Spinach Salad with Bacon, Cheddar and Apple
INGREDIENTS
- 9 oz. pkg. baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup (4 oz.) Sargento® ChefStyle Shredded Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1 small red apple, such as gala or fuji, chopped
- 4 thick slices applewood smoked bacon, cut crosswise into thin strips
- 1/3 cup minced shallots or sweet onion
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
DIRECTIONS
- 1
Combine spinach, cheese and apple in a large bowl.
- 2
Cook bacon in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat until crisp. about 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper towel; set aside.
- 3
Cook shallots in drippings 3 minutes or until softened. Add vinegar; bring to a boil and boil 30 seconds. Add mixture to bowl; toss well. Sprinkle reserved bacon over salad and serve with pepper if desired.
SUMMARY
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves: 3 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish
HELPFUL HINTS
- Note: For a more wilted salad, add spinach mixture back to skillet or saucepan and toss over medium heat 1 minute.
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See Nutrition Facts
Serves: 3 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 282
Total Fat 19.1g
Saturated Fat 10.4g
Trans Fat 3.6g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 56mg
Sodium 838mg
Carbohydrates 12g
Protein 21g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Vitamin A 2%
Vitamin C 27%
Calcium 353%
Iron 3%
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