Spinach, White Bean, and Bacon Salad with Maple-Mustard Dressing

By Snoo

The microwave is used in two procedures in this recipe; to prepare the dressing and to steam the green beans. You could also use it to cook the bacon. Maple syrup serves as a good sweetner, compared to sugar, for salad dressing because there are no granules to dissolve.

serving size: 1 3/4 cups
Cal 124
Fat 4g
Protein 5g
Carb 17g
Fiber 3g
Sodium 227mg

Ingredients

• Ingredients:
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (15.5-ounce) can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 5 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
• 2 (7-ounce) packages fresh baby spinach

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 6 ingredients in a small microwave-safe bowl, stirring with a whisk; microwave at HIGH 1 minute or until hot. Place beans in a 2-cup glass measure; microwave at HIGH 1 minute or until hot.

Combine onions, bell pepper, bacon, and spinach in a large bowl. Add syrup mixture and beans; toss well to combine. Serve immediately.