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Refreshing and Flavorful Apple Spinach Salad

Apple Spinach Salad with Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing

A crisp, refreshing salad with sweet apples, creamy goat cheese, and a zesty homemade dressing. Ready in 15 minutes for a healthy meal or side!
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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 5 oz 140g baby spinach
  • 1 large apple thinly sliced
  • ¼ red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup walnuts toasted
  • ⅓ cup goat cheese crumbled

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine spinach, apple slices, red onion, and walnuts.
  • In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
  • Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  • Top with crumbled goat cheese and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Apple Varieties: Use Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith for tartness.
  • Nut-Free: Substitute walnuts with sunflower seeds.
  • Make Ahead: Store dressing and salad ingredients separately.
  • Protein Boost: Add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Vegan Option: Replace honey with maple syrup and omit goat cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1.5mg