Bourbon Spinach Salad Recipe With Bacon & Avocado
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this flavorful spinach salad. The combination of fresh spinach leaves, crispy bacon, savory roasted red peppers, and creamy avocado is perfectly complemented by a warm and tangy apple cider vinaigrette. Each bite offers a harmony of textures and tastes that will surely satisfy your cravings. Enjoy this salad as a refreshing and satisfying meal on its own or as a satisfying side dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp molasses
- 1/2 tsp agave nectar or honey
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground pepper
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 cups (packed) fresh spinach leaves, stems removed
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 roasted red pepper (2 halves), cut into thin strips
- 1 avocado, chopped
Instructions
- The Dressing:
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, bourbon, molasses, agave nectar (or honey), salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
- Set the saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking occasionally, until warm.
- The Salad:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the spinach leaves, crumbled bacon, roasted peppers and avocado. Pour in the dressing and toss gently. Serve immediately.
Cook Time
10M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
4 servings
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.75 Cups + 1.5 Tbsp Dressing
- Calories: 242 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 9 g
- Protein Content: 4 g
- Fat Content: 21 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
- Cholesterol Content: 11 mg
- Sodium Content: 349 mg
- Fiber Content: 4 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
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