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Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad

A delightful blend of fresh spinach, sweet apples, tangy cranberries, and crunchy pecans, dressed in balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Healthy
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Make sure to wash thoroughly.
  • 1 large Apple (any variety you prefer), chopped Sweet varieties like Honeycrisp are recommended.
  • 1 cup Mandarin Oranges, drained Use canned or fresh, peeled.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans, chopped Optional to toast for added flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1 Avocado, sliced Scoop for easier slicing.

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Add to taste.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water.
  • Chop the apple into bite-sized pieces.
  • Drain the mandarin oranges if using canned ones.
  • Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Slice the avocado into thin pieces.

Assembly

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, chopped apples, mandarin oranges, and sliced avocado.
  • Add the toasted pecans and dried cranberries.
  • Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad.
  • Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are coated.
  • Serve immediately or let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle feta cheese on top. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. You can prepare components ahead of time, but wait to dress the salad until just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10g
Keyword Apple Salad, Cranberry Salad, Fall Recipes, Healthy Salad, Spinach Salad
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