Wilted Spinach and Avocado Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Wilted Spinach and Avocado Salad! This recipe combines tender baby spinach gently wilted in garlic-infused olive oil, creamy avocado slices, and a tangy homemade lemon-honey dressing. Accentuated by the natural sweetness of sautéed red onions and a sprinkle of crunchy sunflower seeds, this salad is an irresistible blend of flavors and textures. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect for a light lunch or a stunning side dish. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this warm spinach salad proves that eating healthy doesn't have to be boring—it's comforting, flavorful, and absolutely delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 6 cups Baby spinach
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash the baby spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Set it aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice the avocado into thin wedges and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and mince the garlic. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Set the dressing aside.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced red onion to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens slightly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the spinach to the skillet. Toss gently for 1-2 minutes, or until the spinach begins to wilt. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.

Step 8

Transfer the wilted spinach and onions to the mixing bowl. Add the sliced avocado and sunflower seeds.

Step 9

Drizzle the salad with the prepared lemon-honey dressing. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve the salad warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(567.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	798.0

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1337.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 13.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.1mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1333.7mg	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: 71.2%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 22.3%