Dressing for Spinach Salad
📜 Collection: Dwayne Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Sauces A classic, sweet and tangy warm vinaigrette perfect for wilting fresh spinach. This quick microwave method dissolves the sugar effortlessly for a smooth, rich dressing.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 2 mins | None | 6 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Microwave
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 cup | Oil | vegetable or canola |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar | granulated |
| 1/4 cup | Vinegar | white or cider |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt | fine |
| 2 tsp | Prepared Mustard | yellow or Dijon |
| To taste | Green Onions | chopped |
| To taste | Black Pepper | cracked |
Salad Base
Instructions
Step 1: Heat the Dressing Base
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the 1/2 cup sugar, 3/4 cup oil, and 1/4 cup vinegar.
- Heat the mixture in the microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the 1/2 cup sugar is completely dissolved and the liquid is hot.
Step 2: Emulsify and Assemble
- Whisk in the 1/4 tsp salt, 2 tsp prepared mustard, chopped green onions, and cracked pepper until the dressing is well blended and emulsified.
- Pour the warm dressing over the chopped spinach and crumbled bacon in a large salad bowl, tossing gently to coat and slightly wilt the spinach before serving.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The dressing can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently in the microwave before tossing with fresh spinach.
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