Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCrab ShellSpinach Salad Recipe

Spinach Salad Recipe

Inspired by Crab Shell
Time30m
Serves4

fresh spinach with tomato, egg, mushrooms, bacon, black olives, pecans and smoked gouda cheese

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and pat dry. Slice the tomato, mushrooms, and smoked gouda cheese. Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Boil the Eggs

    Place the eggs in a pot of boiling water and cook for about 9-12 minutes for hard-boiled eggs. After cooking, cool them in ice water before peeling and slicing.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the spinach, sliced tomato, mushrooms, black olives, pecans, and sliced smoked gouda cheese. Add the crispy bacon on top.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Toss the salad gently before serving. Optionally, drizzle your favorite dressing over the top, and enjoy!

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