As much as I love vegetables, I don’t eat a lot of salads. Â That really surprises quite a few people. Â It seems that people think that healthy eating means that I eat salads all the time. Â That really couldn’t be further from the truth.
One of the reasons that I don’t eat a lot of salad is because once it’s loaded with some of the standard ingredients like cheese, croutons and dressing, any of the nutrition from the veggies is minimized. Â With all of these extra ingredients, it’s no longer even a low calorie option.
I’ve found that making my own dressing is a healthier – and tastier – option. Â I love knowing what is in my food so making my own dressing is perfect for me. Â While the bacon drippings make this a little unhealthier, it really adds to the flavor. Â But since Mr. Real Food loves bacon, it’s a nice treat every now and then.
This dressing couldn’t be simpler to make either. Â I cooked some bacon to add to the spinach salad we were having for lunch (recipe coming soon!) and added a couple of pieces for the dressing. Â And of course, the bacon drippings left from cooking the bacon get used in the dressing. Â The honey adds a little sweetness that perfectly balances the savory of the bacon.
Ingredients
- Bacon drippings with browned bits (about 3 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Allow to cool for a couple of minutes.
- If desired, you can also stir in bacon crumbles.
- Pour over salad and enjoy.
What is your favorite type of salad dressing? Â Do you enjoy warm dressings?
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
January 11, 2016 at 8:37 amThat looks fantastic. I love everything bacon, so I will definitely be trying this. Thanks for sharing this bacon-licious dressing.
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Jeanette says
January 11, 2016 at 12:00 pmI could totally use some of this! Anything bacon is worth trying!! It looks heavenly.
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Life as a Convert says
January 11, 2016 at 1:10 pmI do not eat bacon. I wonder what could be substituted for it. It sounds like it would be good.
lisa says
January 11, 2016 at 5:39 pmOk, yum! This sounds like such a great recipe for a salad dressing. My stomach is growling thinking about it.
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Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
January 11, 2016 at 6:19 pmI definitely think everything tastes better with bacon! Even Chocolate! LOL 🙂
I would like some of this dressing, and a good salad right about now – considering I had donuts for lunch.
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Miles L. says
January 11, 2016 at 7:30 pmI know many people who love this recipe. It seems the salad dressing mixed with bacon is a good idea.
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Liz Mays says
January 11, 2016 at 7:30 pmOh wow, this sounds like a delicious salad dressing. I bet there are some really fun ways to use it for cooking too.
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Ashley Whipple says
January 11, 2016 at 10:15 pmLove the idea of the bacon drippings. I bet it adds something special to your salad.
rika says
January 12, 2016 at 1:21 amSounds delicious! I love bacon and have been cooking with bacon since last week
victoria says
January 12, 2016 at 2:02 amMy hubby and my two boys was a huge fan of salad, and i really love the idea of bacon sounds delicious,.
Rebecca Swenor says
January 12, 2016 at 3:13 amThis warm bacon salad dressing sounds like something my family would indeed love. I don’t eat any salad dressings but my family members do and the love bacon so this would be a treat for them. Thanks for the recipe.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
January 12, 2016 at 3:14 amThis bacon salad dressing sounds delicious over a fresh garden salad! We love our bacon and this recipe would be a must try this week.
Chubskulit Rose says
January 12, 2016 at 7:27 amI love the ingredients of your drssing. I might try to make this instad of buying a salad dressing.
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Terri Ramsey Beavers says
January 12, 2016 at 9:12 amOh law that dressing is very appealing. Most recipes for dressing includes egg and I was happy to see yours didn’t. I’ll definitely give it a try because I love salads.
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ricci says
January 12, 2016 at 10:24 amThis sounds delicious!! Who knew your salad dressing could be a great source of protein as well as your salad?!
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OurFamilyWorld says
January 12, 2016 at 11:55 amThe salad looks so yummy! I bet the bacon drippings made the dressing super tasty.
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Ashleigh Walls says
January 12, 2016 at 12:12 pmWe like making our own dressing at home. With a lot of lettuce on hand this will be used for sure.
Kathy says
January 12, 2016 at 12:14 pmThis sounds really interesting. I’ve never had any dressing like this before. I bet it tastes great too!
Lynndee says
January 12, 2016 at 1:06 pmMy favorite is Italian dressing. I’ve never tried warm dressing before. But I do love bacon. bet that is delish!
Chrystal | Nevermore Lane says
January 12, 2016 at 4:46 pmI am someone who does eat a lot of salads, just not this time of year. So, I am always looking for more ways to get in my greens during the winter months. This recipe sounds wonderful and I can’t wait to try it.
Jessica Simms says
January 12, 2016 at 11:38 pmThis sounds delish! I haven’t made my own salad dressing yet, sounds super easy though.
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Claudia Krusch says
January 13, 2016 at 7:50 amLove this recipe! It seems the salad dressing mixed with bacon is a great idea!
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Bonnie @wemake7 says
January 13, 2016 at 8:24 amOh my word, I love bacon! This sounds perfect enjoy over salads. Yum.
Shanéy Maharaj says
January 13, 2016 at 12:52 pmThat looks so good. We love bacon so definitely a must try for me. Thanks for sharing!
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Louise says
January 17, 2016 at 11:00 pmThis is my first time to hear about a bacon salad dressing. Sounds interesting! However, I don’t eat salad nor any vegetables. But I love bacon! Hmm. Makes me wonder where else I can use this dressing? Just really curious of because it’s bacon made!
Molly says
November 7, 2017 at 2:33 pmI made this and my dressing seemed too runny and sweet. Any suggestions to thicken it up so it clings to the spinach more?
April Mims says
November 7, 2017 at 4:02 pmA little more dijon or honey would make it thicker. Since it was too sweet for you, dijon would probably be the better option.
Lisa says
January 14, 2018 at 3:47 pmI love this dressing! Question: can a week’s worth be made and warmed each day? I don’t want it to go bad but want it each day for my salads at work! 😋 I guess I could just do it and see what happens but would hate to see it go bad.