Spinach Salad with Creamy Wasabi Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Spinach Salad with Creamy Wasabi Dressing, a bold and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. Crunchy fresh baby spinach is paired with colorful cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet shredded carrots, and tangy red onion, all topped with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch. The real star is the zesty, homemade dressing—a silky blend of creamy Greek yogurt, spicy wasabi paste, savory soy sauce, and a touch of honey, garlic, and sesame oil for a well-rounded flavor punch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy salad brings together fresh ingredients and bold Japanese-inspired flavors in every bite. Serve it as a side dish, a healthy lunch, or a light dinner, and watch it steal the spotlight at any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Fresh baby spinach
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Carrot, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 cup Greek yogurt, plain
• 2 teaspoons Wasabi paste
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the baby spinach thoroughly under cold water and pat dry. Place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrot to the bowl with the spinach.

Step 3

In a small dry pan, toast sesame seeds over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, wasabi paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil until smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the wasabi or seasoning as desired to match your spice preference.

Step 6

Drizzle the creamy wasabi dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top of the salad as garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this bold, flavorful spinach salad with creamy wasabi dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1028.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	626.1

Total Fat 29.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 1177.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 693.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2282.5mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 36.6%