Spinach and Radicchio Salad with Mushrooms and Cashews

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
81%
Spinach and Radicchio Salad with Mushrooms and Cashews
45 min.
6
131kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and nutritious addition to your meal? Our Spinach and Radicchio Salad with Mushrooms and Cashews is the perfect choice! This delightful dish combines fresh baby spinach with the distinct, slightly bitter flavor of radicchio, adding a beautiful contrast of colors and textures. The addition of sliced button mushrooms brings an earthy taste that perfectly complements the greens.

What truly sets this salad apart is the crunch of roasted cashews, which not only adds a satisfying texture but also provides a delicious nutty flavor. Tossed together with a zesty dressing made from balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice, this salad is bursting with flavor while remaining incredibly healthy.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. With a health score of 81 and only 131 calories per serving, you can indulge in this scrumptious dish without any guilt! Whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or even as a light snack, this Spinach and Radicchio Salad is sure to impress your family and friends. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a simple yet sophisticated addition to any meal. Get ready to enjoy a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach fresh
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • ounces button mushrooms sliced
  • teaspoons dijon mustard country-style
  •  green onions minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • head radicchio thinly 
  • 0.5 cup roasted cashews chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Combine spinach and all remaining ingredients in large bowl.
  3. Add dressing to taste; toss to coat. Divide salad among 6 plates.

Nutrition Facts

Calories131kcal
Protein12.98%
Fat59.48%
Carbs27.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.67
Glycemic Load
0.92
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
17.236521720886%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
59.26mg
Delphinidin
3.58mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
17.96mg
Kaempferol
1.86mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
16.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:131.02kcal
6.55%
Fat:9.33g
14.35%
Saturated Fat:1.61g
10.09%
Carbohydrates:9.72g
3.24%
Net Carbohydrates:7.77g
2.82%
Sugar:2.76g
3.07%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:56.7mg
2.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.58g
9.16%
Vitamin K:270.36µg
257.49%
Vitamin A:2712.3IU
54.25%
Copper:0.58mg
28.82%
Folate:100.98µg
25.24%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.58%
Vitamin C:15.19mg
18.41%
Magnesium:64.09mg
16.02%
Vitamin E:2.29mg
15.28%
Potassium:508.53mg
14.53%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.5%
Phosphorus:125.7mg
12.57%
Iron:2.06mg
11.43%
Vitamin B3:1.88mg
9.42%
Selenium:6.15µg
8.79%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.72%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.63%
Fiber:1.95g
7.82%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.82%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.97%
Calcium:48.91mg
4.89%
Source:Epicurious