Spinach and Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spinach and Carrot Salad, a nutrient-packed medley of fresh spinach leaves, crunchy carrots, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, combines wholesome ingredients with a zesty homemade dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, a hint of honey, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Perfect for a light lunch or a colorful side dish, this salad features a delightful balance of flavors and textures, from the crisp veggies to the creamy feta. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a healthy meal idea, this Spinach and Carrot Salad is sure to impress with its freshness and simplicity.
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Ingredients
- 150 grams Fresh spinach leaves
- 2 medium Carrots
- 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 50 grams Feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner. Set aside.
Step 2
2. Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or mandoline. Alternatively, cut them into thin matchstick-like strips for more texture.
Step 3
3. Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Step 4
4. Finely slice the red onion into thin rings or strips.
Step 5
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach leaves, grated or julienned carrots, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
Step 6
6. Crumble the feta cheese on top of the salad mixture.
Step 7
7. To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or shake them in a mason jar until emulsified.
Step 8
8. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 9
9. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately. Enjoy this fresh and wholesome Spinach and Carrot Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (596.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 659.5 |
| Total Fat 55.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 44.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1497.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.4g | |
| Protein 14.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 469.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1725.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories