Spinach Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Spinach Salad is a versatile and nutritious dish perfect for any meal. Crisp baby spinach leaves form the base, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, and a hint of sharpness from thinly sliced red onions. Creamy crumbled feta cheese and the crunch of toasted almonds take this salad to the next level. Tossed with a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with Dijon mustard and a touch of honey, this quick and easy salad is ready in just 15 minutes. Whether you’re serving it as a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a colorful addition to your dinner table, this spinach salad is sure to impress with its wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Perfect for those looking for a delicious and satisfying way to eat fresh greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized Cucumber
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Toasted almonds
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the spinach.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad, followed by the toasted almonds.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until emulsified and well combined.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure even coating.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh spinach salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.1 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1678 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 636 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1674 mg | 36% | |
*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.
