Imagine a salad that's not just a side dish, but a flavor explosion that transforms your entire meal experience! Our Apple Strawberry Spinach Salad is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and fresh ingredients that will revolutionize your perception of healthy eating. In just 10 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that looks stunning, tastes incredible, and nourishes your body with vibrant, nutrient-packed ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly under cool running water. Gently pat dry using clean paper towels or a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
- Carefully slice the apple into thin, uniform wedges. To prevent browning, you can lightly toss the apple slices with a small amount of lemon juice.
- Hull and slice the strawberries into thin, even pieces, ensuring they are clean and free from any blemishes.
- In a large salad bowl, spread the fresh spinach leaves as the base of the salad, creating an even layer.
- Arrange the sliced apples and strawberries attractively over the spinach leaves, distributing them evenly across the surface.
- Roughly chop the walnuts to release their natural oils and enhance their flavor. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the salad.
- Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and distribute them gently across the salad.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the entire salad, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
- Gently toss the salad to mix the ingredients while maintaining the visual appeal of the individual components.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and crisp texture of the ingredients.
Tips
- Always wash your spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or potential pesticides.
- To prevent apple browning, toss slices in a bit of lemon juice - this adds a subtle citrus brightness too!
- For maximum flavor, toast your walnuts lightly in a dry pan before adding them to enhance their nutty profile.
- Use fresh, high-quality balsamic vinaigrette for the best taste - homemade is even better!
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to maintain the crisp texture of the spinach and prevent wilting.
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas to make this a complete meal.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like goat cheese or blue cheese for unique flavor variations.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
