Spinach Apple and Pecan Salad

Fresh, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Spinach Apple and Pecan Salad is a perfect blend of textures and tastes, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Tender baby spinach forms the nutrient-packed base, while thinly sliced apples (try Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for a refreshing crunch) and sweet dried cranberries bring a hint of natural sweetness. Toasted pecans add a delightful nuttiness, and creamy crumbled goat cheese ties all the flavors together. Finished with a tangy homemade vinaigrette featuring apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad offers a satisfying balance of savory and sweet notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a vibrant addition to any meal and a showstopper at gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups baby spinach
• 1 medium apple (preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
• 1 cup pecans
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by preparing the salad ingredients. Rinse and pat dry the baby spinach, and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

2. Wash the apple thoroughly, then core and slice it thinly. Add the slices to the bowl with the spinach.

Step 3

3. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool before adding to the salad.

Step 4

4. Sprinkle the dried cranberries and crumbled goat cheese over the spinach and apple slices.

Step 5

5. To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 6

6. Just before serving, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

7. Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful Spinach Apple and Pecan Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(562.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1591.4

Total Fat 127.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.6g
Cholesterol 30mg	0%
Sodium 1084.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 73.4g
Protein 22.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.6mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 668.5mg	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: 70.2%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 24.3%