Apple Spinach Salad with Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining fresh spinach, sweet apples, and a delightful honey-mustard lemon dressing, perfect as a side dish or light lunch.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 large Apple (cored and thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup Walnuts or pecans (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Feta cheese (optional) Optional
- 1/4 Red onion (thinly sliced, optional) Optional
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
- Wash and pat dry the fresh spinach.
- Slice the apple thinly, keeping the skin on for extra nutrition and color.
- Coarsely chop the walnuts or pecans, optionally toasting them for extra flavor.
Combining
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, apple slices, and chopped nuts. Add crumbled feta and sliced red onion if desired.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to bruise the leaves.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or dressing as needed.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
Fresh ingredients are key for the best taste. Consider adding cooked chicken or quinoa for a more filling meal. This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or salmon.