Baby Spinach Salad with Candied Hazelnuts

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
87%
Baby Spinach Salad with Candied Hazelnuts
45 min.
4
115kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baby Spinach Salad with Candied Hazelnuts, a dish that beautifully balances health and taste. This vibrant salad is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it's also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect addition to any meal. With a health score of 87, you can enjoy every bite knowing you’re nourishing your body!

Imagine crisp, fresh baby spinach leaves tossed in a zesty dressing made with Dijon mustard and a hint of fresh orange juice. The salad is elevated with the crunch of toasted hazelnuts, which are sweetened to perfection with light brown sugar, creating a delightful contrast that will have your taste buds dancing. Every mouthful bursts with the refreshing sweetness of juicy orange sections, making this salad a vibrant celebration of flavors.

This recipe is ideal for any occasion—whether you're looking for a colorful side dish for a dinner party, a light antipasti option, or simply a nutritious snack to enjoy throughout the day. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving four, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also an explosion of flavor that your family and guests will love. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this exquisite, healthful salad!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach fresh ( 8 cups)
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 1.5 teaspoons egg white 
  • 1.5 teaspoons hazelnut oil toasted
  • 0.3 cup hazelnuts chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar light
  • teaspoons orange juice fresh
  • cup orange sections ( 4 oranges)
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Combine the first 4 ingredients, tossing well to coat.
  3. Place hazelnut mixture on a nonstick baking sheet coated with cooking spray; bake at 350 for 6 minutes or until lightly browned.
  4. Remove from oven; cool.
  5. Combine juice and next 4 ingredients (juice through pepper), stirring well with a whisk.
  6. Place the spinach in a large bowl; drizzle with juice mixture. Toss gently to coat.
  7. Place about 1 3/4 cups salad mixture on each of 4 plates; top with 1/4 cup orange sections and 1 tablespoon hazelnut mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories115kcal
Protein10.38%
Fat47.09%
Carbs42.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.38
Glycemic Load
2.31
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.560000078753%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
12.68mg
Naringenin
6.97mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
3.22mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
2.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:114.91kcal
5.75%
Fat:6.53g
10.05%
Saturated Fat:0.5g
3.13%
Carbohydrates:13.27g
4.42%
Net Carbohydrates:10.3g
3.75%
Sugar:9.42g
10.47%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:268.47mg
11.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.24g
6.48%
Vitamin K:240.91µg
229.44%
Vitamin A:4762.96IU
95.26%
Vitamin C:40.11mg
48.61%
Manganese:0.94mg
47.1%
Folate:119.46µg
29.86%
Vitamin E:3.01mg
20.1%
Magnesium:57.43mg
14.36%
Potassium:427.92mg
12.23%
Fiber:2.96g
11.86%
Copper:0.22mg
11.01%
Iron:1.81mg
10.04%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.71%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.51%
Calcium:81mg
8.1%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.65%
Phosphorus:54.28mg
5.43%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.25%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.23%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.33%
Selenium:1.55µg
2.21%
Source:My Recipes