Spinach Romaine Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and nutrient-packed, this Spinach Romaine Salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures perfect for any occasion. Featuring a crisp blend of baby spinach and romaine lettuce, it’s elevated with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion. Creamy avocado and crumbled feta cheese add richness, while toasted walnuts provide a satisfying crunch. The salad is dressed with a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome salad is an ideal side dish or a light, healthy lunch option. Perfect for those seeking quick salad recipes, healthy meal ideas, or fresh summer dishes!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 1 large avocado
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup walnuts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the baby spinach and romaine lettuce. Tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the cucumber. Thinly slice the red onion into rings.
Step 3
Cut the avocado into cubes and set aside. Crumble the feta cheese if it’s not already crumbled.
Step 4
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the dressing.
Step 6
In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Step 7
Add the avocado, crumbled feta, and toasted walnuts on top of the salad mixture.
Step 8
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss to combine.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1030.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1258.9 |
| Total Fat 108.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 22.4g | |
| Cholesterol 66.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1726.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.6g | |
| Protein 27.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 659.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2189.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories