Spinach: Apple & Bacon Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 6 oz. pkg. fresh baby spinach
- 1 granny smith apple, julienne-cut
- 1/4 c. thinly vertically siced red onion
- 2-3 slices center-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
Dressing
- 1 Tbls. maple syrup
- 1 t. red wine vinegar
- 1/4 t. Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbls. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbls. chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 t. salt
- 1/4 t. freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Dressing: Combine maple syrup, red wine vinegar and mustard in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Gradually add oil and blend with whisk. Add chives, salt and pepper; stir with a whisk until well blended.
Combine spinach, apple, onion and bacon and in a large bowl.
Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat.
NOTE: Serves 4.