Spinach Bacon Salad with Hard Cooked Eggs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Spinach Bacon Salad with Hard Cooked Eggs
20 min.
6
166kcal

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Looking for a delicious and satisfying salad that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this Spinach Bacon Salad with Hard Cooked Eggs! Perfectly balanced in flavors and textures, this salad is a delightful combination of crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and creamy egg slices, making it an ideal side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant dish that serves six, making it perfect for gatherings or family meals. The warm dressing, made from bacon drippings and a hint of vinegar, adds a savory touch that elevates the fresh spinach to new heights. Each bite is a harmonious blend of salty, sweet, and tangy flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Not only is this salad a feast for the senses, but it’s also packed with nutrients. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes healthy fats and protein, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that fits perfectly into a balanced diet. Whether you’re serving it as a starter or enjoying it as a snack, this Spinach Bacon Salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Dive into this delightful dish and experience the perfect marriage of flavors!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar white
  • cups pkt spinach fresh
  •  hardboiled eggs sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp.
  2. Remove bacon with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
  3. Drain all but 3 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet (if fewer than 3 tablespoons remain, add enough vegetable oil to drippings to equal 3 tablespoons).
  4. Add oil, onions, sugar, salt and pepper to drippings in skillet. Cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are slightly softened. Stir in vinegar.
  5. Place spinach in very large bowl.
  6. Pour warm dressing over spinach; toss to coat. Arrange egg slices on top. Crumble bacon and sprinkle on top.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein12.73%
Fat78.12%
Carbs9.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.35
Glycemic Load
1.25
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.005217355231%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
2.95mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
2.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:165.63kcal
8.28%
Fat:14.58g
22.43%
Saturated Fat:3.56g
22.27%
Carbohydrates:3.84g
1.28%
Net Carbohydrates:2.69g
0.98%
Sugar:1.86g
2.06%
Cholesterol:71.85mg
23.95%
Sodium:348.27mg
15.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.34g
10.69%
Vitamin K:241.54µg
230.04%
Vitamin A:4367.59IU
87.35%
Folate:98.2µg
24.55%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.11%
Vitamin C:13.69mg
16.59%
Selenium:8.58µg
12.26%
Vitamin E:1.74mg
11.57%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.02%
Magnesium:40.49mg
10.12%
Potassium:321.3mg
9.18%
Iron:1.58mg
8.79%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.53%
Phosphorus:74.42mg
7.44%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.98%
Calcium:58.47mg
5.85%
Vitamin B3:0.96mg
4.78%
Fiber:1.16g
4.62%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.31%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.08%
Copper:0.07mg
3.66%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.49%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%