Spinach, White Bean, And Bacon Salad With Maple-Mustard Dressing

== Description ==
Source: Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2004 - Cooking Light Magazine
Maple syrup is a good sweetener for salad dressings. Here, it gives body to the dressing and pairs well with the creamy beans and salty bacon. Grilled salmon fillets are a fine accompaniment to the salad.
== 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 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled (drained)
* 2 (7-ounce) packages fresh baby spinach
== Directions ==
# Combine first 6 ingredients in a 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.
# Combine onions, bell pepper, bacon, and spinach in a large bowl.
# Add syrup mixture and beans; toss well to combine.
# Serve immediately.
Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 1 3/4 cups)
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