Spinach, Bean, And Bacon Salad With Maple-mustard Dressing

Total Time: 15 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 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 fresh ground black pepper
• 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 5 slices bacon, slices cooked and crumbled
• 2 (7 ounce) packages fresh baby spinach

Recipe

• 1 combine first 6 ingredients in a small microwave-safe bowl, stirring with a whisk; microwave at high 1 minute or until hot.
• 2 place beans in a 2-cup glass measure; microwave at high 1 minute or until hot.
• 3 combine onions, bell pepper, bacon, and spinach in a large bowl. add syrup mixture and beans; toss well to combine. serve immediately.