Spinach Mushroom and Red Onion Salad
Brighten up your table with this Spinach Mushroom and Red Onion Salad, a vibrant and nutrient-packed delight that’s as flavorful as it is quick to prepare! Featuring tender baby spinach, earthy cremini mushrooms, and tangy red onion, this recipe is elevated with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted walnuts for the perfect balance of textures. The homemade balsamic dressing, infused with Dijon mustard and a hint of honey, adds a sweet and tangy finish that ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is ideal as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or even the centerpiece of a healthy dinner. Packed with fresh ingredients and bursting with robust flavors, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 1.5 cups Cremini mushrooms
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.5 cup Toasted walnuts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and dry the baby spinach thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.
Wipe the cremini mushrooms clean with a damp cloth, then slice them thinly and add to the spinach.
Slice the red onion into thin rings or strips, depending on your preference, and add to the salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and toss them into the mix.
Sprinkle the feta cheese and toasted walnuts over the salad for added texture and flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes before serving for a refreshing touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.5 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2323 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 683 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2172 mg | 46% | |
*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.
