Description
This spinach and orange salad with honey vinaigrette is a bright, flavorful dish that balances sweet citrus with peppery greens and a tangy, slightly sweet dressing. Perfect for spring and summer meals, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. SEO optimized keywords: spinach orange salad, honey vinaigrette salad, citrus spinach salad recipe
Ingredients
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- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 navel oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, orange segments, red onion, and feta (if using).
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle with toasted almonds just before serving for crunch.
Notes
- Use blood oranges or mandarins for a colorful twist. Add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a full meal.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
