Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes
45 min.
6
206kcal

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Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of our Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad with Bacon and Shiitakes—a delightful addition to any meal. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with nutritional goodness. Perfectly balanced, it offers a unique combination of savory and earthy notes, where each bite reveals the satisfying crunch of crisp vegetables, rich smoky bacon, and the umami depth of sautéed shiitake mushrooms.

In just 45 minutes, you can conjure up a salad that is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The bright green pea shoots and spinach are not merely beautiful—they are packed with vitamins and minerals. Combined with the freshness of radishes and chives, this salad celebrates the best of what nature has to offer. Meanwhile, the dressing, a perfect blend of lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and coarse-grain mustard, brings a tangy brightness that elevates each ingredient. It’s a perfect side dish for a hearty meal, an exceptional starter for entertaining guests, or even a quick and nutritious snack.

With only 206 calories per serving, this salad is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on flavor. So gather your ingredients and elevate your next meal with this scrumptious and health-conscious Pea Shoot and Spinach Salad!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 pound bacon 
  • cups baby spinach 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • bunch chives fresh cut into 1-inch lengths
  • 0.8 pound mushroom caps fresh quartered
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 tablespoon mustard coarse-grain
  • 3.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • cups pea shoots fresh
  •  radishes cut into matchsticks
  • 0.5 tablespoon red-wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cut bacon into 3/4-inch-thick matchsticks and cook in a heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring, until crisp but still chewy, 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  3. Pour off fat from skillet and add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden, about 8 minutes, then cool.
  4. Whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large salad bowl until blended.
  5. Add pea shoots and spinach to dressing and toss to coat.
  6. Add bacon, mushrooms, chives, and radishes and toss again.

Nutrition Facts

Calories206kcal
Protein17.35%
Fat71.9%
Carbs10.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.17
Glycemic Load
0.92
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.623913096345%

Flavonoids

Pelargonidin
2.53mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
1.38mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:206.36kcal
10.32%
Fat:17.04g
26.21%
Saturated Fat:3.82g
23.87%
Carbohydrates:5.73g
1.91%
Net Carbohydrates:3.37g
1.23%
Sugar:1.95g
2.17%
Cholesterol:12.47mg
4.16%
Sodium:580.81mg
25.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.25g
18.5%
Vitamin C:116.89mg
141.69%
Vitamin K:103.28µg
98.36%
Vitamin A:2555.66IU
51.11%
Fiber:5.2g
20.8%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.28%
Vitamin B3:3.13mg
15.65%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.11%
Folate:48.74µg
12.18%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.18%
Selenium:7.7µg
11%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.6%
Phosphorus:103.72mg
10.37%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.88%
Potassium:341.28mg
9.75%
Magnesium:31.26mg
7.81%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.27%
Copper:0.12mg
6.08%
Iron:0.97mg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.38%
Calcium:25.64mg
2.56%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.02%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.57%
Source:Epicurious