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Winter Salad Recipe

Winter Salad Recipe: Refreshing Spinach, Apple & Gorgonzola Delight

Discover the vibrant flavors of our Winter Salad Recipe, featuring fresh spinach, apples, and creamy Gorgonzola for a nutritious and delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 cups Baby Spinach A fresh base rich in vitamins A and C.
  • 2 medium Granny Smith Apples Tart and crunchy; swap for Honeycrisp for sweetness.
  • 1 cup Toffee Pecans Sweet and crunchy texture; use candied walnuts for variety.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Chewy sweetness and vibrant color; substitute raisins or chopped dates.
  • 4 oz Gorgonzola Cheese Creamy and sharp flavor; replace with feta or goat cheese for a twist.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Essential for tang; consider apple cider vinegar as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Adds richness to balance flavors; avocado oil can also be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Enhances dressing flavor; switch to whole grain mustard if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs Impart earthiness; fresh herbs like basil are a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Himalayan Salt Elevates flavor; regular sea salt works just as well.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Provides a mild kick; white pepper is a fine alternative.

Equipment

  • Salad Bowl
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Winter Salad Recipe
  1. Begin by washing your Granny Smith apples thoroughly under cold water. Slice them thinly and toss in a bit of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Grab a large salad bowl and measure out 8 cups of fresh baby spinach. Rinse and dry it, then place in the bowl.
  3. Add the sliced apples to the spinach bowl. Sprinkle in dried cranberries and toffee pecans. Crumble the gorgonzola cheese on top.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried Italian herbs, Himalayan salt, and black pepper.
  5. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing until a glossy texture forms.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients, being careful not to bruise the spinach.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and customize as desired.

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