Spinach Salad with a Bit of a Kick
Add a burst of vibrant flavors to your mealtime with this Spinach Salad with a Bit of a Kick! Perfect for those seeking a healthy yet flavorful dish, this salad combines fresh spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese with the boldness of finely chopped jalapeño for a spicy twist. The salad is topped with toasted sunflower seeds for a satisfying crunch and dressed in a zesty lime and honey vinaigrette infused with smoky paprika and earthy cumin. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutritious and colorful dish is ideal as a light lunch, side, or refreshing appetizer. Whether you're a fan of spicy salads or simply looking to elevate your greens, this recipe delivers a tantalizing blend of heat and freshness with every bite! Keywords: spinach salad, spicy salad, jalapeño salad, healthy salad recipes, lime vinaigrette.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 large avocado
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.
Cut the avocado into cubes and gently fold it into the salad to avoid smushing.
Finely chop the jalapeño pepper (remove the seeds for less heat, if desired) and add it to the salad for that extra kick.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds on top.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Spinach Salad with a Bit of a Kick!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.4 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1613 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1752 mg | 37% | |
*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.
