Wilted Spinach Salad with Nuts and Cheese
Delight your taste buds with this Wilted Spinach Salad with Nuts and Cheese, a warm and satisfying dish that's both elegant and easy to prepare. Fresh baby spinach is gently wilted under a warm, tangy balsamic dressing infused with sautéed red onions and garlic, creating a beautifully tender base. Topped with the irresistible crunch of toasted walnuts, the creamy tang of crumbled goat cheese, and bursts of flavor from julienned sun-dried tomatoes, this salad is a perfect blend of textures and flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick yet sophisticated appetizer or side. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad is a flavorful way to elevate any meal. Keywords: wilted spinach salad, warm spinach salad, balsamic dressing, goat cheese, nuts and cheese salad, quick salad recipe.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups baby spinach
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 medium, thinly sliced red onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup toasted walnuts
- 0.5 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup, julienned sun-dried tomatoes
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 3
Add the thinly sliced red onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until the mixture is warmed through.
Step 6
Pour the warm dressing over the spinach in the bowl. Gently toss the spinach with tongs until it just begins to wilt.
Step 7
Divide the wilted spinach salad among serving plates.
Step 8
Top each salad with toasted walnuts, crumbled goat cheese, and julienned sun-dried tomatoes.
Step 9
Serve immediately while the salad is still warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (589.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1281.2 |
| Total Fat 108.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 68.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1945.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.5g | |
| Protein 40.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 494.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 954.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories