Warm Walnut Spinach Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Warm Walnut Spinach Salad
20 min.
4
257kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience that combines the earthiness of walnuts with the vibrant freshness of spinach! This Warm Walnut Spinach Salad is the perfect choice for those seeking a vegetarian and gluten-free dish that brims with flavor and nourishment. In just 20 minutes, you can create a warm, comforting salad that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.

Imagine sautéed mushrooms and onions, gently caramelized in butter, offering a rich backdrop to the tender baby spinach. The unique dressing, made with Dijon mustard and sweet honey, adds a perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness, while mirin brings an Asian twist to the mix. Each bite is a heavenly blend of textures and flavors, from the tender greens to the satisfying crunch of roasted walnuts.

With only 257 calories per serving, this salad is not only nutritious but also versatile. It works wonderfully as a side dish, a starter, or even a light snack. Whether you’re serving it at a sophisticated dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to elevate your salad game with this warm, wholesome dish!

Ingredients

  • oz baby spinach loosely packed
  • tablespoon butter 
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons mirin 
  • cups mushrooms sliced
  • 0.5 cup onion red chopped
  • 0.3 cup walnut oil 
  • 0.3 cup walnuts coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Saut onion and mushrooms in butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until softened and starting to brown, about 4 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Add salt, honey, mustard, and mirin to warm pan, whisking to combine. Slowly whisk in oil. Set aside.
  4. Put spinach in a large bowl.
  5. Pour dressing on top and toss gently.
  6. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories257kcal
Protein5.9%
Fat71.41%
Carbs22.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.32
Glycemic Load
3.29
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.683913169996%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
2.39mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
5.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:257.06kcal
12.85%
Fat:21.68g
33.35%
Saturated Fat:3.55g
22.2%
Carbohydrates:15.5g
5.17%
Net Carbohydrates:13.24g
4.81%
Sugar:9.5g
10.56%
Cholesterol:7.53mg
2.51%
Sodium:483.53mg
21.02%
Alcohol:1.27g
100%
Alcohol %:1.07%
100%
Protein:4.03g
8.07%
Vitamin K:173.78µg
165.51%
Vitamin A:3414.91IU
68.3%
Manganese:0.64mg
31.82%
Folate:88.35µg
22.09%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.59%
Copper:0.33mg
16.38%
Vitamin C:12.58mg
15.25%
Potassium:421.08mg
12.03%
Magnesium:47.85mg
11.96%
Vitamin B3:2.12mg
10.62%
Phosphorus:94.85mg
9.48%
Selenium:6.63µg
9.47%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.31%
Fiber:2.26g
9.05%
Iron:1.54mg
8.56%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.27%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.19%
Vitamin E:0.93mg
6.19%
Calcium:51.99mg
5.2%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.91%
Source:My Recipes