The Best Spinach Salad Ever

Ingredients and Weight:

• Fresh spinach - 500 grams (about 1 pound)
• Feta cheese - 100 grams (about 3.5 ounces)
• Red onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Walnuts - 1 cup, chopped
• Apple - 1 medium, diced (use a crisp variety like Granny Smith)
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 3 tablespoons
• Salt and pepper - to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: None (this is a raw salad)
• Total: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (out of 5, where 1 is very easy and 5 is challenging)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Thoroughly wash the spinach and remove any tough stems. Spin dry or pat dry with a towel.
2. In a large bowl, combine the spinach with the chopped red onion, walnuts, and diced apple.
3. In a separate small bowl, mix the honey, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil to create a dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming serving size for 8 people is about 1/8 of the total recipe)

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 4g (Note: This varies depending on the exact ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and vibrant flavor combination of spinach, apple, and red wine vinegar dressing.
• Crunchy texture from walnuts and crisp apple.
• Creamy feta cheese adds a rich, cheesy flavor to the salad.

User Comments:

1. "This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors is so unique and refreshing."
2. "I love how easy this recipe is to make but it still tastes like a high-end dish."
3. "The dressing is the best part - it's sweet and tangy at the same time."
4. "Great as a side dish or even as a light meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to wash the spinach thoroughly to remove any impurities or sand.
• Use fresh ingredients for best results. Feta cheese, in particular, should be fresh for best flavor and texture.
• Adjust the dressing according to your taste preference, adding more honey or vinegar if needed.