Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 lb baby spinach, rinsed and dried
- 1 large apple, cored and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, apple, blue cheese, walnuts, cranberries, and red onion.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8th of the recipe):
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and savory with a hint of tanginess
- Fresh and crunchy
- Perfect for a light lunch or dinner
- Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
User Comments:
- "This salad is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy. It's light and refreshing, yet still filling."
- "I love the combination of apple and spinach. It's a unique and delicious salad."
- "This salad is easy to make and perfect for a quick and healthy meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To save time, purchase pre-washed spinach.
- For a sweeter salad, use Granny Smith apples.
- If you don't have balsamic vinaigrette, you can substitute with a mixture of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
