Spinach Salad with Apples, Pecans, and Feta Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Spinach Salad with crisp tart apples, crunchy toasted pecans, and creamy feta cheese, all brought together with a tangy apple cider vinaigrette. This healthy and easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for toasting pecans)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vinaigrette Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Salad
- 5 ounces (1 bag) baby spinach
- 1 large tart apple, sliced
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined and emulsified. Set the dressing aside.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced tart apple, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pecans.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently with a spoon until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately, optionally topped with extra feta cheese and pecans for additional texture and flavor.
Notes
- Recipe adapted from The Kitchn.
- Use fresh baby spinach and crisp tart apples for the best flavor and texture.
- Toast the pecans before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and add crunch.
- Choose a good-quality feta cheese that is creamy, tangy, and crumbly for a richer taste.
- Toss the salad with dressing just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Keywords: spinach salad, apple salad, pecan salad, feta salad, healthy salad, quick salad, vegetarian salad, dinner side dish
