Spinach Salad
Spinach salad is a classic and delicious saladrecipe that features fresh baby spinach leaves as the main ingredient. Thissalad is typically topped with a variety of other nutritious and flavorfulingredients and with its vibrant colors, bold flavors, and healthy ingredients,spinach salad is the perfect choice for a light and refreshing meal or a sidedish for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch optionor a tasty and nutritious side dish for your next dinner party, spinach saladis sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 5 oz. fresh spinach
- 1 apple, such as Honeycrisp, thinly sliced
- 1/3 c.crumbled feta
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 c sliced almonds, toasted
FOR DRESSING
- FORDRESSING olive oil
- 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic or 1/2 shallot, minced
- 2 tsp. dijon mustard
- Kosher salt
- Freshlyground black pepper
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the dressing for the spinach salad. In a medium-sized bowl, use a whisk to thoroughly combine all of the dressing ingredients until they are fully incorporated. Make sure to season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
- Next, gather all of the salad ingredients and add them to a large bowl. This should include fresh baby spinach leaves, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, crunchy bacon bits, and sweet cherry tomatoes.
- Once all of the salad ingredients are in the bowl, pour the prepared dressing over the top. Use tongs or a large spoon to toss the ingredients together until they are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Finally, serve the spinach salad immediately.Enjoy it as a light and refreshing meal on its own or as a delicious side dish to complement your main course.
Notes
- Calories: 276kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
Nutrition
Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 24gFiber: 3g
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