Ingredients and Weight: - 1 pound baby spinach, washed - 1/2 cup chopped red onion - 1/2 cup chopped celery - 1/2 cup chopped carrots - 1/2 cup crumbled bacon - 1/4 cup chopped walnuts - 1/4 cup craisins - 1/2 cup brown sugar bourbon vinaigrette (see recipe below)
Brown Sugar Bourbon Vinaigrette: - 1/4 cup brown sugar - 1/4 cup olive oil - 2 tablespoons bourbon - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard - Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time: - 15 minutes
Cooking Time: - 5 minutes
Difficulty Level: - 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Combine spinach, red onion, celery, carrots, bacon, walnuts, and craisins in a large bowl. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar bourbon vinaigrette ingredients. 3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. 4. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 300 - Fat: 15g - Carbohydrates: 30g - Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics: - Refreshing and flavorful - Sweet and savory balance - Perfect for a light lunch or dinner
User Comments: - "This salad was absolutely delicious! The brown sugar vinaigrette was the perfect dressing." - Sarah - "I loved the combination of flavors in this salad. It was so refreshing and satisfying." - John - "This salad was easy to make and a great way to use up leftover bacon." - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips: - If you don't have brown sugar bourbon vinaigrette, you can use a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. - If you don't have craisins, you can use raisins or dried cranberries. - This salad is best served fresh.