Ingredients

• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 2 ounces)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 1/2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh spinach (about 3/4 pound), stems discarded and leaves washed well, spun dry, and torn into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 medium red onion, sliced thin
• 1/3 cup pitted dates, chopped

Instructions

1. In a blender blend together feta, lemon juice, water, and mayonnaise until smooth. With motor running add oil and blend until emulsified.
2. In a small skillet cook bacon over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp and transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. In a large bowl toss together spinach, bacon, onion, and dates with feta dressing.
3. In a small skillet cook bacon over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp and transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
4. In a large bowl toss together spinach, bacon, onion, and dates with feta dressing.