Spinach Salad With Apples Pecans And Feta

Published Apr 30, 2023 Updated Aug 15, 2024

Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta Recipe

Spinach salad with apples, pecans, and feta is a refreshing and healthy dish that combines the sweetness of apples with the savory flavor of feta cheese and the crunchiness of pecans. This baby spinach salad serves a balanced flavor with the sweetness of tart apples and a creamy and salty taste from the feta cheese. Top the salad with additional crunchy pecans, is absolutely flavourful and utterly delicious. The salad is served perfectly on its own and also goes great with a main dish, such as Chili Lime Grilled Chicken, Garlic Chive Butter Grilled Steak, and Grilled Pork Chops.

Why This Recipe Works

This salad is easy to prepare and requires only a few ingredients. The vinaigrette dressing can be made in advance. Store the dressing in the refrigerator and toss it with the salad right before serving to save more time. It’s also a healthy and nutritious recipe for any time during the day. Spinach is a nutrient-rich leafy green that is high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Apples and pecans are also packed with nutrients and provide a good source of fiber. This beautiful green salad is absolutely appetizing and eye-catching. The combination of green spinach leaves, red apple slices, and white feta cheese makes this salad visually appealing and attractive. It’s a great side dish to serve for a dinner party or a family gathering.

Recipe Ingredients

Healthy, homemade spinach salad with apples, pecans and feta recipe calls for a few ingredients below: The ultimate vinaigrette dressing is made with six ingredients:

Olive oil Apple cider vinegar Dijon mustard Honey Salt Ground black pepper

The salad goes with the following:

Baby spinach Apple – You may use any fresh, crisp, and tart apple for this recipe, such as Granny Smith, Fuji, or Honeycrisp. Feta cheese – Feta cheese substitutions will be goat cheese or blue cheese if you prefer. Just make sure to adjust the amount of salt in the dressing accordingly. Toasted pecans – You can toast the pecans in a dry pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until they become fragrant and golden brown. You can also toast them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes.

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How To Make Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta

This easy and quick spinach salad with apples, pecans, and feta starts with the dressing by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and ground black pepper. Next, add baby spinach, apple slices, and feta cheese to a bowl and toss them all together with the vinaigrette dressing. Finish it with extra feta crumbles and toasted pecans on top for serving.

Cooking Tips

Use fresh ingredients, such as green baby spinach and crispy tart apples. Toast the pecans before adding them to the salad will enhance a nutty flavor and give them a nice crunch. Choose a good-quality feta cheese that is creamy, tangy, and crumbly. This will add a deep creaminess and saltiness to the salad. Toss the salad with the dressing right before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.

What To Serve With Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta

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