Spinach Side Salad

Brighten up your plate with this crisp and flavorful Spinach Side Salad, a vibrant medley of baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and delicate slices of red onion. Topped with tangy crumbles of feta cheese and crunchy toasted walnuts, this salad delivers a satisfying combination of textures and flavors. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette—balanced with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard—ties it all together for a perfectly zesty finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this versatile side dish complements everything from grilled meats to hearty pasta dishes. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious, easy-to-make addition to their meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Baby spinach
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Walnuts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the baby spinach thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Set aside in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on preference, and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad. For a milder flavor, soak the onion slices in cold water for 5 minutes before adding.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 6

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Let cool slightly, then add to the salad.

Step 7

Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well emulsified.

Step 8

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad. Use salad tongs or clean hands to toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a fresh, healthy side dish for any meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	939.9

Total Fat 79.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.6g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 1719.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 22.7g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 639.6mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 938.7mg	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: 74.1%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 16.5%