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Spinach Salad with Bacon and Feta is a delicious side dish salad loved by bacon and feta enthusiasts! This nutritious, quick, and low-carb salad is easy to make.
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Spinach salad with bacon is a delightful combination, offering both amazing taste and a wealth of nutrients. This Spinach Salad with Bacon and Feta adds the unique flavors of bacon and Feta cheese, making it a delectable low-carb option.
Having prepared this salad for guests in the past, it has become a favorite dish of mine. The recent popularity of this salad at a gathering prompted a recipe update, increasing the amounts of spinach, bacon, and Feta for an even more satisfying experience.
Ideal as a side dish for dinner or a hearty lunch, this Spinach Salad with Bacon and Feta is also perfect for holiday meals. Enjoy!
What ingredients do you need?
- spinach
- bacon
- extra virgin Olive Oil (affiliate link) or use all bacon grease, whichever you prefer
- Balsamic Vinegar (affiliate link)
- Minced Garlic (affiliate link) or crushed fresh garlic
- Feta cheese
Why is spinach salad with bacon and Feta a favorite for me?
Spinach is a nutrient-rich green, especially when using pre-washed baby spinach. The combination of bacon and Feta cheese in this salad creates a delightful harmony of flavors that I find irresistible.
What if you don’t like Feta Cheese?
If Feta cheese isn’t to your liking, you can substitute it with other crumbly white cheeses like Cotija or Queso Fresco, or opt for grated Mozzarella. Alternatively, omit the cheese entirely and focus on the bacon in this Spinach Salad with Bacon.
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How to Make Spinach Salad with Bacon and Feta:
(Scroll down for complete printable recipe including nutritional information.)
- Cut bacon into strips and cook until crisp.
- Remove bacon from pan and drain on paper towel.
- Crumble Feta cheese.
- Use 8 ounces of organic baby spinach or adjust to your preference.
- Combine 2 T bacon grease or olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and minced garlic for dressing.
- Prepare dressing and toss with spinach.
- Combine salad with crumbled bacon and Feta, reserving some for topping.
- Transfer salad to a serving bowl, sprinkle reserved bacon and Feta on top, and serve immediately.
Make it a Low-Carb Meal:
Pair Spinach Salad with Bacon and Feta with Pan-Grilled Steak with Olive Sauce, Very Greek Grilled Chicken, Air Fryer Fish Sticks, Air Fryer Marinated Chicken Breasts, or Paprika Chicken for a satisfying low-carb meal.
More Spinach Salads You May Like:
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Spinach Salad with Chicken
Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 oz. baby spinach
- 6 strips bacon
- 2 T extra virgin olive oil or bacon grease, whichever you prefer
- 2 T balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
- 1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese
Instructions
- Cut bacon into thick short strips and cook in a frying pan, until the fat bubbles up and bacon is crisp.
- Lift out bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate with a paper towel to absorb the extra bacon fat.
- Crumble Feta cheese and set aside.
- Use 8 ounces of organic baby spinach to make this side-dish salad for four people but you could increase the amount of spinach even more if you prefer more greens.
- Combine 2 T bacon grease from the pan (or olive oil, whichever you prefer), balsamic vinegar, and minced garlic.
- Remove any additional bacon grease from the pan, and wipe out the pan if needed, or if you want to use olive oil.
- Then add dressing and heat for a minute or so, until it’s bubbling hot.
- Then toss the spinach with the hot dressing.
- Toss the salad again with the crumbled bacon and Feta Cheese, saving a bit of bacon and Feta for the top.
- Put the salad in a serving bowl and sprinkle the reserved bacon and Feta over. Serve right away.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4
Serving Size
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 220Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 35mgSodium 511mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 10g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated by the Recipe Plug-In I am using. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee 100% accuracy, since many variables affect those calculations.
Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
Spinach Salad with Bacon and Feta is ideal for low-carb or Keto eating plans, using bacon grease in the dressing. For South Beach Diet followers, Canadian Bacon or turkey bacon can be substituted for a bacon-free version.
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Historical Notes for this Recipe:
This recipe was first shared in 2007 and has been updated in 2022 with enhanced photos and details.
