Spinach Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spinach Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts, a perfect balance of flavors and textures that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Fresh spinach leaves form the crisp, leafy base, while chewy dried cranberries and toasted walnuts add natural sweetness and crunch. The addition of tangy crumbled feta cheese and delicate slices of red onion elevates the dish, making each bite irresistible. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette, whisked together with olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and a touch of seasoning, brings everything together with a harmonious blend of savory and sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy salad is ideal for a quick lunch, a side dish for dinner, or even as a refreshing addition to your holiday table. Whether you're entertaining or keeping it simple, this wholesome salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 0.5 cups dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups walnuts
- 0.25 cups red onion
- 0.5 cups feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach leaves. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion into small, delicate pieces and sprinkle on top of the spinach.
Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Let them cool before adding to the salad.
Add the dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.7 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1693 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 580 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1157 mg | 25% | |
*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.
