Spinach Salad with Grapes and Bacon

Vibrant colors combined with a delicious taste make this salad an exquisite choice any time of the day!

Ingredients:

• 5 slices of bacon
• 5 ounces of baby spinach leaves, washed
• 1 cup Chilean grapes, halved lengthwise
• ¼ medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 avocado, cubed
• 2/3 cup roasted pecans
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Place the bacon slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
2. Place the tray in the cold oven and then turn the oven on at 350 °F. Bake the bacon until crisp; cooking time will depend on the thickness of the bacon, approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
3. Once the bacon is to your liking, transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess fat.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the rest of the ingredients: place the spinach, grapes, red onion, avocado and pecans in a salad bowl.
5. Add the chopped bacon to the salad.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, a generous pinch of salt and plenty of black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
7. Pour the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.