Spinach-Apple Salad With Maple-Cider Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Spinach-Apple Salad With Maple-Cider Vinaigrette
50 min.
8
369kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Spinach-Apple Salad with Maple-Cider Vinaigrette! This vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for vegetarians and gluten-free diets, this dish is a versatile addition to any meal, whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or a refreshing starter.

Imagine the crispness of fresh baby spinach, harmoniously paired with the sweet and tart notes of thinly sliced Gala apples. The creamy crumbles of goat cheese add a luxurious touch, while the sugared curried pecans provide a delightful crunch that elevates the entire dish. Each bite is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it an irresistible choice for gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner.

The star of this recipe is undoubtedly the Maple-Cider Vinaigrette, a luscious dressing that brings everything together. With the warmth of maple syrup and the tang of cider vinegar, it’s a dressing that you’ll want to drizzle over everything! Plus, it can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests.

Ready in just 50 minutes and serving up to 8 people, this salad is not only delicious but also a healthy option, boasting only 369 calories per serving. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this stunning Spinach-Apple Salad!

Ingredients

  • 10 oz baby spinach fresh washed
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon curry powder 
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  •  gala apple thinly sliced
  • oz goat cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • servings maple syrup 
  • tablespoons maple syrup pure
  • 0.7 cup olive oil 
  • oz pecans 
  • servings pecans 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • small onion red thinly sliced
  • servings the salad 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Prepare Pecans: Preheat oven to 35
  2. Toss pecans in butter. Stir together sugar and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; add pecans, tossing to coat.
  3. Spread in a single layer in a nonstick aluminum foil-lined pan.
  4. Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until lightly browned and toasted. Cool in pan on a wire rack 20 minutes; separate pecans with a fork.
  5. Whisk together cider vinegar and next 4 ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until well blended.
  6. Combine spinach and next 3 ingredients in a bowl.
  7. Drizzle with desired amount of Maple-Cider Vinaigrette; toss to coat.
  8. Sprinkle with pecans.
  9. Serve salad with any remaining vinaigrette.
  10. Note: Pecans may be made up to 1 week ahead. Store in an airtight container. Vinaigrette may be made up to 3 days ahead. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories369kcal
Protein6.78%
Fat60.25%
Carbs32.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.64
Glycemic Load
10.72
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.967391001142%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.75mg
Delphinidin
1.62mg
Catechin
1.91mg
Epigallocatechin
1.31mg
Epicatechin
1.9mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.56mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.31mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
2.38mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
5.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.68kcal
18.43%
Fat:25.77g
39.64%
Saturated Fat:5.78g
36.16%
Carbohydrates:31.73g
10.58%
Net Carbohydrates:27.91g
10.15%
Sugar:23.65g
26.28%
Cholesterol:14.05mg
4.68%
Sodium:246.39mg
10.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.52g
13.04%
Vitamin K:175.35µg
167%
Manganese:2.06mg
102.86%
Vitamin A:4051.24IU
81.02%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.46%
Vitamin C:21.58mg
26.16%
Folate:93.78µg
23.44%
Copper:0.45mg
22.63%
Magnesium:71.2mg
17.8%
Fiber:3.82g
15.28%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.15%
Phosphorus:141.47mg
14.15%
Potassium:476mg
13.6%
Iron:2.23mg
12.4%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.49%
Calcium:110.9mg
11.09%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.95%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.61%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.39%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.01%
Selenium:2.58µg
3.69%
Source:My Recipes