5 from 15 votes
Blueberry Spinach Salad (With Bacon And Avocado)
Blueberry Spinach Salad with Bacon and Avocado combines fresh baby spinach, sweet blueberries, creamy avocado chunks, and crispy smoked bacon for contrast in textures and flavors. A homemade dressing blends blueberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey for a balanced fruity and tangy finish. The bacon is crisped whole then torn into pieces, preserving its savory crunch. This salad offers a nutritious, colorful option for lunch or a light dinner accompanied by toasted bread.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
2
Calories:
345 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the salad
- 4 lices Bacon smoked
- 2 ounces baby spinach Alternatively, use any fresh salad leaves
- ½ avocado sliced into chunks, large
- 2½ ounces blueberries
For the dressing
- 1 ounce blueberries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey clear, teaspoon
To serve
- bread optional, toasted, drizzled with olive oil and salt
Instructions
- Heat a frying pan over a high heat and cook the bacon for 5 minutes or so on each side until golden and a bit crispy. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Scatter the salad leaves over a large plate or platter, then sprinkle over the avocado and blueberries. Tear the bacon over the salad, too.
- To make the dressing, combine all the ingredients in a food processor (hand-held works well) and whizz until smooth.
- Serve the salad with the dressing drizzled over and the toasted bread (if using).
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Notes
- Cook bacon whole in a dry pan until crisp, then tear to maintain texture and ease.
- Air frying bacon is a recommended alternative for crispiness.
- The salad is best eaten immediately while bacon is still warm for contrast.
- Serve as a light lunch salad or with grilled meats like chicken, steak, or fish.
- Toast bread with olive oil and salt as a complementary side if desired.
Nutrition Information
Calories
345kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
29mg
(10%)
Sodium
586mg
(24%)
Potassium
648mg
(14%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
2761IU
(55%)
Vitamin C
18mg
(20%)
Calcium
45mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 648mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2761IU | 55% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.