Salad
Spinach Salad with Warm Maple Dressing
On December 12, 2023 by userA spinach salad with warm maple dressing is a delightful combination of fresh, crisp spinach and a warm, sweet dressing. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and dried
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts (walnuts or pecans work well)
For the Warm Maple Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions:
For the Salad:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash and dry the baby spinach. If not pre-toasted, toast the nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, then let them cool.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, crumbled feta cheese (if using), and toasted nuts.
For the Warm Maple Dressing:
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and minced garlic (if using).
- Warm the Dressing:
- Heat the dressing gently, whisking continuously, until it’s warm but not boiling. This should only take a few minutes.
- Pour Over the Salad:
- Pour the warm maple dressing over the spinach salad. Toss the salad gently to coat the ingredients evenly with the warm dressing.
- Serve:
- Serve the spinach salad immediately while the dressing is still warm.
The warm maple dressing adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the fresh spinach, creating a delicious and comforting salad. Feel free to customize the salad with additional toppings like grilled chicken or avocado if desired.