Warm Spinach and Bacon Salad

Warm spinach salad with bacon, red onion, almonds, and blue cheese is a simple but satisfying dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

I first had this salad at a restaurant in New York City, and I was immediately hooked. The combination of warm spinach, crispy bacon, sharp red onion, crunchy almonds, and creamy blue cheese is simply irresistible. I've since recreated the salad at home many times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound baby spinach
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
• 1/4 cup hot bacon dressing
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, bacon, red onion, almonds, and blue cheese (if using).
2. Drizzle with hot bacon dressing and toss to coat.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The warm spinach wilts slightly, making it tender and flavorful.
• The crispy bacon adds a smoky, salty flavor to the salad.
• The red onion adds a sharp, pungent flavor that balances out the sweetness of the spinach and bacon.
• The almonds add a nutty crunch to the salad.
• The blue cheese adds a creamy, tangy flavor to the salad.