This spinach salad is a perfect combination of fresh greens, tangy feta cheese, crispy bacon, and a sweet and spicy pepper jelly dressing. It's a refreshing and flavorful dish that will impress your guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 6 strips crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup pepper jelly
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, feta cheese, bacon, red onion, and almonds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the pepper jelly, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve the salad immediately and enjoy the sweet and spicy flavors.
Interesting Facts
Pepper jelly adds a unique and flavorful twist to the traditional salad dressing.
Spinach is packed with nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C, making this salad a healthy choice.
The combination of sweet pepper jelly and tangy feta cheese creates a perfect balance of flavors in this salad.