Cranberry Spinach Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Cranberry Spinach Salad
30 min.
8
243kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and delicious salad that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fits perfectly into a vegetarian and gluten-free lifestyle? Look no further than this delightful Cranberry Spinach Salad! Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a healthy snack.

The combination of fresh spinach and sweet dried cranberries creates a beautiful contrast, while the toasted almonds and sesame seeds add a satisfying crunch. The dressing, made with a blend of cider vinegar, vegetable oil, and a hint of sugar, brings all the flavors together in a harmonious way. With only 243 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

This salad is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s also packed with nutrients. The spinach provides a wealth of vitamins and minerals, while the almonds contribute healthy fats and protein. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to elevate your everyday meals, this Cranberry Spinach Salad is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Dive into this refreshing dish and enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and textures!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup almonds 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.3 cup cider vinegar 
  • cup cranberries dried (I use one bag of Craisins)
  • teaspoons onions minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • tablespoon poppy seed 
  • tablespoons sesame seed toasted
  • lb pkt spinach 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in saute' pan over medium heat, add almonds and stir until lightly toasted; set almonds aside to cool.2 Toast sesame seeds in same pan and then set aside to cool.3
  2. Mix salad ingredients.4
  3. Mix dressing ingredients and toss with salad ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories243kcal
Protein7.86%
Fat44.32%
Carbs47.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.51
Glycemic Load
9.23
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.287391348539%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.42mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.17mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.42mg
Isorhamnetin
0.38mg
Kaempferol
3.67mg
Myricetin
0.56mg
Quercetin
3.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:242.82kcal
12.14%
Fat:12.73g
19.58%
Saturated Fat:2.07g
12.91%
Carbohydrates:30.91g
10.3%
Net Carbohydrates:26.69g
9.71%
Sugar:24.39g
27.11%
Cholesterol:3.76mg
1.25%
Sodium:58.61mg
2.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.08g
10.16%
Vitamin K:280.19µg
266.85%
Vitamin A:5391.51IU
107.83%
Manganese:1mg
50.2%
Vitamin E:5.21mg
34.72%
Folate:118.94µg
29.73%
Magnesium:93.39mg
23.35%
Vitamin C:16.05mg
19.45%
Fiber:4.21g
16.85%
Copper:0.32mg
16.21%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.13%
Iron:2.56mg
14.24%
Calcium:131.01mg
13.1%
Potassium:450.71mg
12.88%
Phosphorus:117.8mg
11.78%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.76%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.64%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.6%
Vitamin B3:1.09mg
5.43%
Selenium:2.15µg
3.08%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.41%
Source:Food.com