Dijon-Lime Cranberry Spinach Salad Recipe
This cranberry spinach salad recipe with Dijon and lime sauce is a practical option that can be prepared in a short time. You mix the ingredients and whisk the sauce; Crispness is balanced with bacon, and light sweetness is balanced with dried cranberries. I kept the steps clear in the how-to section.
Ingredients
1. For the salad
2. 1/2 cup dried cranberries
3. For the sauce
Step-by-Step Method
Prepare the greens
Wash the spinach with plenty of water, drain well and place in a large bowl. Add dried cranberries.
Add the onion (optional).
If you are going to use red onion, chop it finely and add it to the bowl. For a softer taste, you can soak it in cold water for 1-2 minutes and strain it.
Heat and crisp the bacon
Heat the bacon slices in the pan briefly and crisp them. Drain the excess oil on a paper towel, then cut it into small pieces.
Whisk the sauce
Whisk honey, lime juice, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. If the consistency is thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and make it fluid. Adjust with salt and pepper if desired.
Combine and serve
Pour the dressing over the salad, mix gently. Sprinkle the bacon pieces last and serve immediately; thus the crispiness is preserved.