Classic Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Classic Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and tantalizing taste. Featuring tender baby spinach leaves, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado slices, this salad is elevated with the sweet, tangy goodness of a homemade honey mustard dressing made with Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. A sprinkle of chopped walnuts adds a satisfying crunch, making this salad as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal as a light entrée or a colorful side for any meal. Packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, it’s a healthy recipe your family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup sliced cucumbers
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup sliced red onion
• 1 sliced avocado
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl with the spinach.

Step 3

Peel and slice the avocado, removing the pit. Add the avocado slices to the salad bowl.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the olive oil to the dressing mixture while continuing to whisk, ensuring a smooth consistency.

Step 6

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste, and whisk again to incorporate the spices.

Step 7

Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.

Step 8

Gently toss the salad with the dressing until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top of the salad for added crunch and flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a fresh and healthy meal or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(778.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	863.5

Total Fat 61.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1611.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 49.0g
Protein 17.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.2mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1765.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 32.4%