Crispy Apple Walnut Spinach Salad
Fresh spinach tossed with sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Ready in under 10 minutes—pure simplicity that tastes restaurant-good.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 8g
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 medium apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until the dressing is smooth and glossy.
- 2
Slice the apple thinly, removing the core as you go. Toss the spinach into a large bowl.
- 3
Add the apple slices and walnuts to the spinach, then pour the vinaigrette over everything.
- 4
Toss gently until every leaf is coated, about 30 seconds. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- large salad bowl
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