Fresh & Savory: Grandma’s Classic Spinach Salad
If you think a salad can’t be the star of the show, you haven’t tried Grandma’s Spinach Salad! This recipe takes tender, vibrant baby spinach and pairs it with the perfect mix of savory, crunchy toppings to create a side dish that everyone actually looks forward to eating. Tossed in a simple, flavorful dressing that ties everything together beautifully, it is a timeless classic that brings a wonderful burst of freshness to Sunday dinners, family barbecues, or quick weekday lunches.
Why You’ll Love Grandma’s Spinach Salad
The Perfect Balance of Textures: Every forkful gives you the tender crunch of fresh spinach leaves combined with crisp, satisfying toppings that keep you coming back for another bite.
A Dressing That Steals the Show: No store-bought bottles here! This recipe features a simple, old-school homemade dressing that perfectly coats the greens without overpowering them.
Fast, Fresh, and Flexible: It comes together in just a matter of minutes, making it the ultimate stress-free side dish to whip up right before dinner is served.
Grandma’s Special Tips for the Perfect Spinach Salad
Dry Your Greens Completely: After washing your spinach, make sure it is completely dry before assembling the salad. Any leftover water will cause the dressing to slide right off the leaves instead of clinging to them, which can make the salad soggy!
Dress it Right Before Serving: To keep your spinach leaves perfectly crisp and beautiful, hold off on tossing it with the dressing until right before you are ready to sit down and eat.
Chop Your Toppings Small: Try to chop your toppings into small, bite-sized pieces. This ensures that you get a little bit of every single delicious flavor in every single bite!
Fresh & Savory: Grandma’s Classic Spinach Salad
Equipment
- 1 whisk
- 1 13×9 inch glass dish
- 1 large spoon
- 1 medium bowl
Ingredients
- ½ cup canola oil or vegetable oil
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ½ cup sugar
- 10 oz fresh baby spinach (about 13 cups)
- ½ tsp celery seed
- 1 small red onion , thinly sliced
- 5 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
- ½ lb sliced, fresh mushrooms
- 8 bacon strips, cooled and crumbled.
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk the first 4 ingredients , until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a 13×9-inch dish, layer half of each of the following ingredients. Layer spinach, onion, mushrooms, and eggs. Repeat this layer. Then drizzle with the dressing, and top with the crumbled bacon.
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