Spanish Bacon Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
My family absolutely loves this Spanish Bacon Salad, and I'm thrilled to share it with you because it's genuinely one of the easiest weeknight dinners to pull together. The whole thing comes together in under an hour, which is perfect when you're short on time but want something that tastes like you actually spent hours in the kitchen. Spanish bacon brings this wonderful smoky, salty depth that transforms simple greens into something really special, and the beauty of it is that you probably have most of these ingredients already on hand. Plus, all those fresh vegetables mean you're getting tons of nutrients and fiber to keep you feeling satisfied and energized. Trust me, once you make this, it becomes a go to meal.
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Ingredients
- 400spanish bacon
- 2 kgmixed greens
- 200red onion
- 300cherry tomatoes
- 150cucumber
- 150lemon vinaigrette(Store in fridge until ready to serve)
- 100extra virgin olive oil(Use high quality oil for best flavor)
- 50sherry wine(Optional: add a splash for extra flavor)
- 2salt
- 1black pepper
- 1garlic(Mince garlic before adding to salad)
- 1fresh parsley
- 100crumbled feta cheese(Optional: add for extra flavor and creaminess)
- 2eggs(Optional: add hard-boiled eggs for extra protein)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spanish Bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the bacon reaches a safe internal temperature
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced red onion, cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber.
Tip: Use a large bowl to prevent the salad from getting soggy
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon vinaigrette, extra virgin olive oil, and sherry wine (if using).
Tip: Use a high-quality vinaigrette for the best flavor
- 4
Toss the salad with the lemon vinaigrette until everything is well coated.
Tip: Add the garlic just before serving for the best flavor
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Tip: Use a generous amount of seasoning to bring out the flavors
- 6
Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley (if using).
Tip: Add the feta cheese just before serving for the best flavor
- 7
Garnish with hard-boiled eggs (if using).
Tip: Add the eggs just before serving for a pop of color and extra protein
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: This salad is best served immediately, but it can be refrigerated for up to a day
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