Alton Brown Spinach Salad

Alton Brown’s Spinach Salad—a vivid blend of fresh spinach, crisp bacon, and a velvety dressing, topped with eggs, a symphony of flavors awaits in this delightful dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes!

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• Alton Brown Lentil Soup Recipe
• Alton Brown Carrot Cake
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💗 Why You’ll Love This Spinach Salad Recipe:

• Flavor Fusion: Bacon, eggs, and Dijon dressing create a tasty symphony.
• Fresh & Nutritious: Spinach, mushrooms, and red onion for a healthy kick.
• Easy Prep: Simple steps for hassle-free cooking.
• Versatile Delight: Ideal as a side or a satisfying main.
• Quick Gourmet: Gourmet taste without the time commitment.

❓ What Is Alton Brown’s Spinach Salad Recipe?

Alton Brown’s Spinach Salad combines crisp bacon, creamy eggs, fresh spinach, and a tangy Dijon dressing—a flavorful, healthful, and quick gourmet delight.

🍳 Alton Brown Spinach Salad Ingredients

• 8 ounces of young spinach
• 2 large eggs
• 8 pieces thick-sliced bacon, chopped
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 large white mushrooms, sliced
• 3 ounces (1 small) red onion, thinly sliced

🥗 How To Make Alton Brown Spinach Salad

1. Wash the spinach well, remove any stems, and then pat dry. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and reserve for later use.
2. Fill an electric kettle with cold water until the eggs are covered by at least an inch. Get the kettle going. When the water in the kettle reaches a boil, it will automatically shut off.
3. Set the eggs aside in the water for 15 minutes. Take the shell off and peel it off. Chop each egg into eighths and put aside.
4. Fry the bacon until crisp and set aside to drain on paper towels; set aside 3 tablespoons of the drained grease while the eggs cook. Separate the bacon and crumble it.
5. Whisk the red wine vinegar, sugar, and Dijon mustard into the melted fat in a small saucepan over low heat.
6. Add a dash of black pepper and kosher salt to taste. Whisk the cooked egg yolks in a large mixing bowl to make a creamy dressing.
7. Use a fork to mash. Incorporate the vinegar, sugar, mustard, and melted bacon fat while whisking constantly until an emulsion is achieved. Add a little salt and pepper to taste.
8. Toss the spinach with the mushrooms and sliced onion. Put in the bacon and dressing, then mix everything.
9. Separate the spinach into 4 separate bowls or plates, and then distribute the egg slices evenly over the top. Add more pepper if needed. Serve right away.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Fresh Greens: Opt for young spinach, removing stems for a vibrant base.
• Perfect Eggs: Boil eggs for 15 mins, peel, and chop into eighths.
• Crispy Bacon: Fry until crisp, crumble, and reserve 3 tbsp of bacon grease.
• Emulsify Dressing: Whisk vinegar, sugar, Dijon, and bacon fat into a creamy emulsion.

🧆 What Pairs Nicely With Spinach Salad?

Various meals complement spinach salad including baked ziti, balsamic marinated chicken, Maryland crab cakes, twice-baked potatoes, sirloin tip roast, and chili garlic shrimp.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Spinach Salad?

• In The Fridge: Leftover spinach salad can be refrigerated for up to a week when kept in a tightly sealed container.
• In The Freezer: You may freeze leftover spinach salad for up to one month if you preserve it in freezer bags. Let thaw in the fridge.

🚫 Can I Heat Up Leftover Spinach Salad?

Leftover spinach salad is best served cold as heating it can change the texture and undermine its freshness, so enjoy it chilled for the perfect flavor and crunch.

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Alton Brown Spinach Salad Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories 134
• Total Fat 10g
• Saturated Fat 3.7g
• Trans Fat 0g
• Cholesterol 63mg
• Sodium 247mg
• Potassium 287.1mg
• Total Carbohydrates 3.2g
• Dietary Fiber 0.9g
• Sugars 1.4g
• Protein 6.8g