A deliciously refreshing salad that combines sweet, savory, and crunchy elements for a healthy twist. This salad bursts with flavor and is perfect for light lunches or vibrant summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale:
6 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
1 large apple (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the fresh spinach, sliced apple, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped walnuts. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk until the dressing is well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss the salad again gently to ensure everything is coated with the dressing.
