Florentine Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Florentine Salad
90 min.
24
59kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Florentine Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion! This gluten-free and dairy-free salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy choice that will tantalize your taste buds. With its combination of fresh spinach or crisp leaf lettuce, savory bacon, and the subtle crunch of green onions, this salad is a wonderful way to enjoy a medley of flavors and textures.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the homemade dressing, a harmonious blend of white or red wine vinegar, olive oil, and a hint of sweetness from sugar. This dressing is shaken to perfection and allowed to chill, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Tossed with the fresh greens, it creates a luscious coating that elevates the entire salad.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish, an antipasti, or a light snack, the Florentine Salad is sure to impress your guests. With only 59 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! Plus, the addition of hard-cooked eggs adds a protein boost, making it a satisfying choice for any meal. Perfect for gatherings or a simple family dinner, this salad is a must-try for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance to their table.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup red wine vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1.5 lb pkt spinach fresh
  • cup spring onion chopped (16 medium)
  • 12 slices bacon crumbled cooked
  •  hardboiled eggs chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients until well blended. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  2. In extra-large bowl, toss spinach, onions, bacon and dressing until leaves are well coated.
  3. Sprinkle with eggs.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein25.66%
Fat56.63%
Carbs17.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.17
Glycemic Load
0.92
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.850869614145%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
1.87mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.2kcal
2.96%
Fat:3.76g
5.79%
Saturated Fat:1.05g
6.54%
Carbohydrates:2.65g
0.88%
Net Carbohydrates:1.91g
0.69%
Sugar:1.36g
1.51%
Cholesterol:50.58mg
16.86%
Sodium:154.67mg
6.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.84g
7.67%
Vitamin K:147.3µg
140.29%
Vitamin A:2766.49IU
55.33%
Folate:63.18µg
15.79%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.72%
Vitamin C:8.85mg
10.73%
Selenium:6.23µg
8.9%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.7%
Magnesium:26.02mg
6.5%
Potassium:208.65mg
5.96%
Iron:1.05mg
5.81%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.46%
Phosphorus:53.27mg
5.33%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.88%
Calcium:38.64mg
3.86%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.71%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.29%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.04%
Fiber:0.74g
2.97%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.83%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.43%
Copper:0.05mg
2.39%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.94%