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

Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 1/4 cup maple syrup
  
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin 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 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  
• 2 (7 ounce) packages fresh baby spinach
  






Instructions



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.
   
   
2. Combine onions, bell pepper, bacon, and spinach in a large bowl. Add syrup mixture and beans; toss well to combine. Serve immediately.
   
   
3. Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 1 3/4 cups). 124 cal, 4.2g fat, 5.5g pro, 17.6g carb, 2.7g fiber, 3mg chol, 2.2mg iron, 227mg sod, 79mg calc.