Strawberry Spinach Salad With Feta and Bacon

Ingredients and Weight:

• Strawberries: 250 grams (fresh, washed and hulled)
• Spinach: 500 grams (fresh, washed and dried)
• Feta cheese: 200 grams (crumbled)
• Bacon: 10 slices (cooked and crumbled)
• Red wine vinegar: 3 tablespoons
• Extra virgin olive oil: 5 tablespoons
• Salt: ½ teaspoon
• Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon (ground)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 10 minutes (if you cook the bacon fresh)
• Total: 30 minutes (including bacon preparation if needed)

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty due to the preparation of ingredients and assembly)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the bacon by cooking it in the oven or frying pan until crispy. Let it cool and crumble into small pieces.
2. In a large bowl, combine the washed and dried spinach with strawberries.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the crumbled feta cheese with the cooked bacon.
4. Drizzle the red wine vinegar and olive oil over the spinach and strawberries.
5. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Toss gently to combine all ingredients without damaging the spinach leaves too much.
7. Serve immediately or chill for later consumption.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total) Calories: 350kcal, Fat: 28g, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 12g, Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creative combination of flavors with a unique blend of sweet, salty, and fresh elements.
• Feta cheese adds a rich, creamy texture to the salad.
• Bacon provides a savory contrast to the freshness of spinach and strawberries.
• Easy to prepare and customize according to personal taste preferences.

User Comments:

1. "This salad is refreshing and perfect for summer! The combination of flavors is unique and really enjoyable."
2. "I love the addition of bacon in this salad, it adds a savory element that is unexpected but very tasty."
3. "This is a great dish for a light meal or as a side salad. The preparation is quick and easy."
4. "The feta cheese really brings this salad together, it adds a creamy texture that pairs well with the crisp bacon and fresh spinach."
5. "I would definitely make this again, it's a great combination of flavors that everyone seems to enjoy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• If you are avoiding pork, you can substitute the bacon with vegan bacon bits or omit it altogether.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. You can add more vinegar or olive oil if needed.