Spinach and Orange Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Spinach and Orange Salad is a delightfully refreshing addition to any table. Packed with nutrient-rich spinach, juicy navel oranges, crisp red onion, and toasted sliced almonds, this salad offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The homemade citrus vinaigrette, made with fresh orange juice, extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of honey, ties the dish together with a perfect balance of tang and sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this vibrant salad is ideal for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or as a standout side dish for any gathering. Healthy, easy, and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is the perfect way to elevate your salad game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 navel oranges
- 0.25 whole red onion
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible. Slice the oranges crosswise into thin rounds or segment them as desired. Add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion. Separate the slices into rings and add them to the salad bowl.
In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds until golden brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool. Sprinkle over the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh orange juice, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra almonds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
780 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 246 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
