From: Country Living US
Spinach Salad with Bacon and Roasted Mushrooms
Yields:
8
Cal/Serv:
208
"Malabar spinach holds up to warm ingredients without losing its texture." — Rick Bayless,executive chef–owner of Frontera Grill in Chicago
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Ingredients
- 8 thick slices bacon
- 4 cups sliced mushrooms, preferably shiitakes, oysters, or chanterelles
- 1 large red onion
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, preferably Mexican
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 8 cups Malabar spinach
Directions
- Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and position a rack in middle of oven. Divide bacon between 2 baking pans. Scatter mushrooms and onion over bacon. Roast until bacon is crisp, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through to break up any clumps.
- Step 2Meanwhile, in a small microwaveable bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, oregano, salt, and 2 tablespoons water. Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
- Step 3Place spinach in a large salad bowl. Sprinkle bacon mixture over spinach. Drizzle warm dressing over salad and toss to combine.
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