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Apple Walnut Spinach Salad

10-Minute Apple Walnut Spinach Salad – Irresistibly Crisp & Fresh

A fresh and nutritious salad combining crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and tender spinach leaves, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly.
  2. Thinly slice the apple and red onion.
  3. Chop the walnuts into small pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine spinach, apple slices, red onion, and walnuts.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a crisp apple variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji for best texture.
  • Toast the walnuts lightly for extra flavor if desired.
  • Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for extra richness.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: apple walnut spinach salad, healthy salad, easy salad recipe