Description
Apple Cranberry Pecan Salad is a refreshing blend of crisp baby spinach, tart apples, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans, all drizzled with a zesty balsamic vinaigrette. This vibrant salad not only offers an explosion of flavors but also presents beautifully, making it the perfect choice for any gathering or as a light meal. Whether served at festive dinners or enjoyed as a quick lunch, this easy-to-make salad will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup tart apples (such as Granny Smith), diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the spinach thoroughly. Chop the apples into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans until fragrant and golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, diced apples, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic vinaigrette ingredients until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg