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Costco Spinach Salad Recipe

Costco Spinach Salad Recipe

Costco spinach salad is one of the most popular salads that you can find in the store. It is made with fresh spinach, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and croutons.
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Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Costco Spinach Salad Recipe
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 280kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • Large Salad Bowl
  • Cutting Board and Knife
  • whisk
  • Grater
  • Stove

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 3 slices of Artisanal Bacon meticulously cooked and expertly crumbled
  • 5 ounces of Freshly Harvested Baby Spinach delicately rinsed and gently patted dry
  • 1/2 cup of Golden Croutons handcrafted for a perfect crunch
  • 1/4 cup of Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese aged to exquisite perfection
  • 3/8 cup of Sliced Button Mushrooms precisely measured and rinsed to perfection (approximately 6 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons of Sliced Red Onions artfully prepared for a touch of mild pungency
  • 2 tablespoons of Plump Dried Cranberries adding a burst of sweet-tart goodness
  • 2 tablespoons of Chopped Tomatoes ripe and vibrant
  • 1.5 Large Hard-Boiled Eggs carefully sliced to preference

For the Poppy Seed Dressing:

  • 6 tablespoons of Cold-Pressed Canola Oil equivalent to 3/8 cup, sourced from the finest oilseeds
  • 2 tablespoons of Organic Granulated Sugar a touch of natural sweetness
  • 1/4 cup of Crystalline White Vinegar for a tangy burst of acidity
  • 1/2 teaspoon of Sea Salt for a pinch of oceanic essence
  • 1/2 tablespoon of Grated Yellow Onion adding a subtle zing
  • 1/8 teaspoon of Dry Mustard a hint of piquancy
  • 1/4 tablespoon of Tiny Poppy Seeds for a delightful crunch and visual appeal

Instructions

For the Salad:

    1.Prepare Bacon:

    • Cook the artisanal bacon slices until crispy. Allow them to cool, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.

    2.Assemble Salad Base:

    • In a large salad bowl, combine the freshly harvested baby spinach, golden croutons, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sliced button mushrooms, sliced red onions, plump dried cranberries, chopped tomatoes, and sliced hard-boiled eggs.

    3.Add Crumbled Bacon:

    • Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the salad ingredients.
    • For the Poppy Seed Dressing:

    4.Whisk Dressing Ingredients:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold-pressed canola oil, organic granulated sugar, crystalline white vinegar, sea salt, grated yellow onion, dry mustard, and tiny poppy seeds until well combined.

    5.Dress the Salad:

    • Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad according to your preference. Toss the salad gently to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.

    6.Serve:

    • Portion the Costco Spinach Salad onto individual plates or bowls.

    7.Garnish (Optional):

    • Garnish with additional croutons, bacon bits, or a sprinkle of poppy seeds for extra texture and visual appeal.

    8 Enjoy:

    • Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors, textures, and the freshness of the spinach salad with bacon and poppy seed dressing.

    Notes

    • You can use store-bought croutons or make your own by toasting cubes of bread in the oven.
    • You can substitute the white vinegar with apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar.
    •  If you don’t like bacon, you can omit it or substitute it with diced ham or turkey bacon.
    • If you don’t like mayonnaise, you can substitute it with plain Greek yogurt.
    • You can add other ingredients to the salad, such as diced tomatoes, shredded carrots, or diced bell peppers.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 280kcal
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