Spinach Salad with Bacon, Mushrooms, and Warm Shallot Vinaigrette
from Colleen's Kitchen
Makes about 8 servings
1 bag baby spinach, washed and dried
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
about 10 ounces bacon, cooked and chopped
1 medium shallot, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
2/3 cups good quality extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper
Combine spinach, bacon, and mushrooms in large salad bowl.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cooked until slightly tender, 3-5 minutes.
Combine mustard, vinegar, and shallots in small bowl. Slowly whisk in 2/3 cup olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Heat dressing in microwave 20-30 seconds. Either toss dressing with spinach mixture or serve dressing alongside.
Looks delicious! I have the same dressing bottle/shaker too :)
ReplyDeleteI've been looking for a good homemade dressing recipe. This one looks perfect. I can't wait to try it!
ReplyDeleteYUM! I love a warm dressing on spinach salad. I haven't made one in ages--you've inspired me :) Your recipe looks delish!
ReplyDeleteThis is actually my favorite kind of salad. I order it at the local tapas restaurant every time, even though I eat plenty of ther things while I'm there. :)
ReplyDeleteYUM! What an AWESOME flavor combo!!
ReplyDeleteThat dressing has everything I love in dressings - sounds fabulous!
ReplyDeleteYum...I think I just might have to make that for lunch!
ReplyDeleteMade this tonight and posted a review on my blog...thanks, Colleen! It was delish. :)
ReplyDeleteYum! Bacon, Dijon and mushrooms, all of my favourite things, all tossed into a salad! Fabulous!
ReplyDelete- Brittany