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Fresh Spinach Salad with Apples and Bacon

This vibrant spinach salad is the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavors that everyone loves.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026
Fresh Spinach Salad with Apples and Bacon
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
4

There is something so special about a salad that hits every single taste bud. This recipe brings together fresh spinach, crisp apple slices, and salty bacon for a result that feels fancy but is actually very easy to put together in your own kitchen.

I find that this dish works just as well for a simple weeknight side as it does for a big weekend gathering. My best tip is to wait until the very last second to toss your dressing with the spinach so those leaves stay nice and crisp.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 large crisp apple, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup candied pecans
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the fresh baby spinach into a large serving bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the sliced apples, red onion, dried cranberries, feta cheese, and crumbled bacon on top of the greens.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle the candied pecans over the salad to add a nice crunch.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the top just before you are ready to serve.

  5. 5

    Toss everything together gently until well coated and serve immediately.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover dressing in a separate jar in the fridge so the salad does not get soggy. You can also toast your pecans in a dry pan for a few minutes if you want an even deeper flavor. If you want to make this ahead, prep all the toppings and keep them in individual containers until you are ready to assemble.

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