Bacon Spinach Salad

Even our kids-who normally don't care for spinach-can't resist this salad with its rich dressing and crumbled bacon. Of course, you can use other greens instead of spinach.

Bacon Spinach Salad

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
YIELD: 6-8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 6 bacon strips, chopped
  • 6 cups torn spinach leaves
  • 1/2 small head iceberg lettuce, torn
  • 6 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard

Instructions

  • 1. In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Refrigerate greens and onions in a salad bowl until serving. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Just before serving, pour dressing over greens; toss to coat. Serve with bacon.