Apple Walnut Spinach Salad
Crisp baby spinach tossed with sweet apples, toasted walnuts, and a tangy apple cider vinaigrette. Serve alongside a sweet treat for a perfect light meal.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 7g
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Ingredients
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 large apple (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- ½ cup walnuts, toasted
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- 1
Slice the apple into thin matchsticks, discarding the core. Toss with a pinch of salt to prevent browning.
- 2
Whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- 3
Whisk in olive oil slowly until the dressing emulsifies and looks glossy.
- 4
Place spinach in a large bowl. Add apple slices and walnuts.
- 5
Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- 6
Divide between plates and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- large serving bowl
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