Name: Potato, Spinach and Red Bell Pepper Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1 red bell pepper; 1 bacon slice, chopped; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin); 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 cup thinly sliced celery; 2 cups (packed) baby spinach leaves (about 2 1/2 ounces)

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Potato, Spinach and Red Bell Pepper Salad with Warm Bacon VinaigretteJack Andersen

Not to worry: There's just enough bacon in the snappy dressing to add flavor but not much fat to this colorful salad. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or fish for a healthful summer dinner.

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