Spinach Cashew Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistibly vibrant Spinach Cashew Salad, a perfect blend of flavors and textures! Featuring tender baby spinach as the base, this nutrient-packed dish is elevated with sweet bursts of dried cranberries, the satisfying crunch of toasted cashews, and the subtle tang of thinly sliced red onions. The homemade dressing, a delightful combination of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, ties it all together with a harmonious balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy, wholesome recipe is perfect as a light lunch, a stunning side dish, or an effortless addition to your dinner party spread. Enjoy this healthy, fresh, and flavorful salad that’s packed with protein, fiber, and a whole lot of deliciousness! Keywords: spinach cashew salad, healthy spinach salad, easy no-cook salad, homemade salad dressing recipe.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 0.75 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach leaves. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Toast the raw cashews in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion into small strips. Add the sliced onion to the salad bowl with the spinach.
Step 4
Sprinkle the dried cranberries and toasted cashews over the spinach and onions.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and ensure the dressing coats all ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Spinach Cashew Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (450.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1183.3 |
| Total Fat 80.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 879.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.6g | |
| Protein 20.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 217.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 681.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories