Delightfully Layered Spinach and Bacon Salad
This Delightfully Layered Spinach and Bacon Salad brings together a medley of fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and crispy bacon, all harmoniously layered to create a visually stunning and flavorful dish. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a standout centerpiece for family dinners, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. The creamy dressing ties all the ingredients together, making each bite a delicious combination of textures and tastes. Share this delightful salad with family and friends and watch it disappear!
10
Servings
304
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Fresh spinach
1 bag (torn into bite-sized pieces)
Hard boiled eggs
6 (sliced)
Bacon
1 lb (fried crisp and crumbled)
Chopped lettuce
2 cups (freshly chopped)
Red onion
1 (thinly sliced into rings)
Frozen peas
10 ounces (thawed)
Salt
1 teaspoon
Sugar
1 teaspoon
Pepper
1 teaspoon
Miracle Whip
1 cup
Mayonnaise
1 cup
Swiss cheese
1/2 lb (grated)
Instructions
1
In a large serving bowl, start by layering half of the fresh spinach evenly across the bottom.
2
Next, add a layer of sliced hard-boiled eggs followed by a generous layer of crumbled bacon.
3
Then, add the chopped lettuce and top with rings of red onion.
4
Spread the thawed peas evenly over the onion layer and finish with the remaining spinach to create a second layer.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the Miracle Whip and mayonnaise until well mixed.
6
Spread the creamy dressing over the top layer of spinach, ensuring an even coating.
7
Sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese generously over the dressing.
8
Cover the salad with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to enhance the flavors.
9
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to mix the layers slightly and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
24.5g
Fat
5.5g
Carbs
19.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Delightfully Layered Spinach and Bacon Salad?
It is a visually stunning dish that brings together fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and crispy bacon, all layered with a creamy dressing and topped with Swiss cheese.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to provide 10 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 304 calories.
How many hard-boiled eggs are required?
The recipe calls for 6 hard-boiled eggs, which should be sliced.
How much bacon is needed for the salad?
You will need 1 lb of bacon, fried crisp and crumbled.
What are the components of the creamy dressing?
The dressing is a combination of 1 cup of Miracle Whip and 1 cup of mayonnaise mixed together.
What type of cheese is used in this salad?
The recipe uses 1/2 lb of grated Swiss cheese.
How should the spinach be prepared?
Use 1 bag of fresh spinach torn into bite-sized pieces.
How many layers of spinach are in the assembly?
There are two layers of spinach: half at the very bottom and the remaining half used as a top layer before the dressing.
Do I need to cook the peas?
No, you should use 10 ounces of frozen peas that have been thawed.
How long should the salad chill in the refrigerator?
The salad should chill for 2-3 hours before serving to enhance the flavors.
What is the protein content of one serving?
Each serving provides 19.6g of protein.
How much fat is in a single serving?
There are 24.5g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each serving contains 5.5g of carbohydrates.
How should the red onion be sliced?
One red onion should be thinly sliced into rings.
What type of lettuce is used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of freshly chopped lettuce.
Is this salad suitable for potlucks?
Yes, its visual appeal and satisfying ingredients make it perfect for potlucks and picnics.
Should the salad be tossed before or after chilling?
The salad should be tossed gently just before serving, after the chilling period is complete.
What category does this recipe belong to?
It is categorized as a One Dish Meal.
Does the recipe include salt and pepper?
Yes, it includes 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
Is there sugar in this recipe?
Yes, the ingredient list includes 1 teaspoon of sugar.
How many ingredients are in the salad in total?
There are 12 ingredients listed for this recipe.
What order do I layer the first few ingredients?
Start with half the spinach, then sliced hard-boiled eggs, followed by crumbled bacon.
Where does the lettuce layer go?
The chopped lettuce is added after the bacon layer and before the red onion rings.
What layer is placed directly below the top spinach layer?
The thawed peas are spread over the onion layer before the final spinach layer is added.
How should the bowl be covered while chilling?
The bowl should be covered with plastic wrap while it is in the refrigerator.
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, since it requires 2-3 hours of chilling, it is a great make-ahead dish.
Where is the dressing applied?
The dressing is spread over the top layer of spinach, ensuring an even coating.
What is the texture of the bacon?
The bacon should be fried crisp before being crumbled into the salad.
Is there a serving size specified?
The recipe yields 10 servings, though a specific weight or volume per serving is not provided.