Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Pasta FactorySpinach Salad Recipe

Spinach Salad Recipe

Inspired by The Pasta Factory
Time20m
Serves4

served with warm bacon vinaigrette dressing

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Salad Base

Bacon Vinaigrette

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large mixing bowl, add the fresh spinach leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.

Bacon Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain, then crumble into small pieces.

  2. 3

    Make the Vinaigrette

    In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well combined and heated through.

Combine and Serve

  1. 4

    Combine Salad and Dressing

    Pour the warm bacon vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Top with crumbled bacon.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately while the dressing is warm, and enjoy your fresh spinach salad!

More from The Pasta Factory