Heart-Healthy Classic Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Brighten your table with this Heart-Healthy Classic Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing, a fresh and flavorful dish that combines wholesome ingredients perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal. Packed with crisp baby spinach, sweet sliced strawberries, crunchy almonds, and tangy crumbled feta, this salad delivers an irresistible blend of textures and flavors. To tie it all together, a silky homemade honey mustard dressing made with apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey adds a zesty, slightly sweet finish. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutrient-rich option for those seeking a heart-healthy recipe. Serve it as a light lunch, side dish, or even as part of a wholesome dinner spread for a crowd.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup Sliced strawberries
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the honey mustard dressing. In a small mixing bowl, combine extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until they are well blended and the mixture has a smooth consistency. Set aside.

Step 2

Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach leaves, ensuring there is no excess moisture which could dilute the dressing.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion until you have about 0.25 cup. This will add sharpness and color to the salad.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, sliced almonds, and sliced red onion.

Step 5

Gently crumble the feta cheese over the salad to add a creamy texture and tangy flavor.

Step 6

Drizzle the prepared honey mustard dressing over the salad mixture.

Step 7

Toss the salad gently to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed among the ingredients.

Step 8

Serve immediately for the freshest flavors and best texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(542.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1009.1

Total Fat 77.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 50mg	0%
Sodium 1669.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 38.6g
Protein 27.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 643.2mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1561.7mg	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: 66.2%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 23.5%