Warm Spinach and Dried Fig Salad from Sun Maid
Elevate your salad game with this Warm Spinach and Dried Fig Salad from Sun Maid—a perfect balance of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender fresh spinach forms the base, while sweet Sun Maid dried figs and lightly sautéed red onions add a rich, caramelized touch. A luscious balsamic-honey dressing, warmly infused with olive oil, ties it all together, creating a delightful contrast of sweet and tangy. Toasted walnuts or pecans lend satisfying crunch, and a sprinkle of creamy feta (if desired) adds a savory finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant salad is an ideal choice for a nourishing lunch, a holiday side, or a light dinner entrée. Enjoy the harmony of fresh, sweet, and savory in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup Sun Maid dried figs
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and dry the spinach, then place it in a large serving bowl.
Slice the dried figs into quarters and set aside.
Thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes.
In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the dried figs to the skillet and cook for another minute to warm them slightly, stirring gently.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the warm onion and fig mixture over the spinach in the serving bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top the salad with toasted walnuts or pecans and the optional crumbled feta cheese.
Serve immediately while still warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.7 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2130 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1040 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1477 mg | 31% | |
*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.
