Spinach, Bacon, and Avocado Salad

I commandeered this recipe from a colleague after tasting it at a work party. The spinach/bacon/avocado combination is absolutely divine and can be vaguely healthy if turkey bacon is used!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 12  ounces  Baby Spinach, rinsed and spun dry
• 10  slices bacon, grilled until crisp and chopped
• 3  avocados, peeled, halved, stoned, and chopped
• 1  pint cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
• 3  ounces pine nuts, toasted (optional)
• 3  eggs, hard-boiled and sliced (optional)
• 6  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  teaspoons kosher salt
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2  garlic cloves, crushed
• 2  tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed (it really makes a difference!)

Directions

1. Prep spinach, bacon, avocado, and tomato/pine nuts/egg, if using. Place in a bowl, tossing together with two large spoons. Set aside.
2. Add remaining ingredients to a small bowl and beat together with a fork until thoroughly blended.
3. Alternatively, place ingredients in capped jar and shake vigorously until well-blended.
4. Pour dressing over salad and toss well to combine. Serve immediately after taking some for yourself, because this will go quick!