Vegan Classic Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Elevate your plant-based meals with this Vegan Classic Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing—a fresh, vibrant dish that’s both wholesome and bursting with flavor. Tender baby spinach forms the base of this nutrient-packed salad, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, creamy avocado, and a crunch of almond slices. A zesty homemade honey mustard dressing—crafted with Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of lemon—ties it all together with a delightful balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe makes the perfect quick and healthy lunch, light dinner, or flavorful side dish. Ideal for those seeking refreshing vegan recipes, this salad is a must-try for its simplicity, versatility, and irresistible taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 1 medium avocado
• 0.25 cup almond slices
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing and drying the baby spinach thoroughly. Place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, then slice it into thin rounds and add to the spinach.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad mix.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the stone, and slice the flesh into cubes. Add the cubes to the salad.

Step 6

Add the almond slices over the salad ingredients.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a refreshing side or a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1057.7

Total Fat 87.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2012.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292.9mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1706.3mg	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: 71.2%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 22.8%