Warm Spinach And Sunchoke Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• STEP 2.Peel and slice the sunchokes into thin rounds.
• STEP 3.Toss the sliced sunchokes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them out on a baking sheet.
• STEP 4.Roast the sunchokes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 5.While the sunchokes are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the bacon.
• STEP 6.Cook the bacon until it is crispy, then remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
• STEP 7.In the same skillet, add the shallots and garlic, and sauté them until they are softened and fragrant.
• STEP 8.Add the spinach to the skillet and cook it until it is wilted.
• STEP 9.In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, honey, and olive oil to make the vinaigrette dressing.
• STEP 10.Once the sunchokes are done roasting, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
• STEP 11.In a large bowl, combine the roasted sunchokes, cooked bacon, sautéed spinach, and vinaigrette dressing.
• STEP 12.Toss everything together until it is well coated with the dressing.
• STEP 13.Serve the warm spinach and sunchoke salad immediately as a side dish or a light lunch.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to slice the sunchokes into thin rounds to ensure even roasting.
• You can substitute the bacon with pancetta or prosciutto for a different flavor.
• Feel free to add some toasted nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, for extra crunch and flavor.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth in the vinaigrette dressing.

Storage and Serving

• This salad is best served immediately while it is still warm.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat the salad, you can either microwave it for a few seconds or gently warm it in a skillet over low heat.
• You can serve this salad as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish, or enjoy it as a light lunch on its own.