Indulge in a delightful and refreshing culinary experience with our Spinach Fruit Salad with Glazed Almonds. This vibrant salad is an explosion of flavors and textures, combining the earthy sweetness of spinach with a medley of juicy fruits, crunchy glazed almonds, and a tangy citrus dressing. It not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a boost of essential nutrients. This recipe is a perfect balance of health and indulgence, making it suitable for any occasion.
In addition to the main Spinach Fruit Salad recipe, we also offer variations to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For those with a sweet tooth, the Honey Mustard Fruit Salad is a delicious option, featuring a luscious honey mustard dressing that complements the sweetness of the fruits. If you prefer a tropical twist, the Tropical Fruit Salad with Coconut Dressing is a must-try, incorporating exotic fruits like mango, pineapple, and kiwi, along with a creamy coconut dressing. And for those looking for a savory twist, the Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing is a delightful choice, combining crispy bacon, crumbled blue cheese, and a warm bacon dressing that adds a smoky and tangy flavor to the salad.
BEST SPINACH FRUIT SALAD (W/GLAZED ALMONDS)
I pair this wonderful spinach salad up with my Recipe #215827 and top with wonderfully easy Glazed Almonds and fruit!
Provided by Sharon Anne
Categories Berries
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Salad & Fruit: Layer salad ingredients onto salad plates, top with cooled Glazed Almonds and serve optionally with Best Raspberry Dressing (Vinaigrette).
- Glazed Almonds: Heat a heavy skillet on high heat, add almonds and sprinkle generously with sugar, stirring until sugar melts.
- Caution: The molten sugar is very HOT. Transfer nuts to cool completely on a plate.
- Break up into pieces.
BABY SPINACH SALAD WITH DATES AND ALMONDS
Sumac, a tart, deep-red spice, is a key ingredient for this recipe from Yotam Ottolenghi, which was featured in a Times article about his cookbook with Sami Tamimi, "Jerusalem." Procuring the spice may be the most challenging thing about this refreshing, well-balanced salad. The pita and almonds are cooked for a few minutes on the stovetop, but that is the only heat required. As for the sumac, it can be found at Middle Eastern groceries, in a well-stocked spice aisle or, as always, online.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories easy, salads and dressings
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put vinegar, onion and dates in a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and mix well with your hands. Leave to marinate for 20 minutes, then drain any residual vinegar and discard.
- Meanwhile, heat butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Add pita and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring all the time, until pita is golden. Add almonds and continue cooking until pita is crunchy and browned and almonds are toasted and fragrant, about 2 minutes more. Remove from heat and mix in sumac, chile flakes and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside to cool.
- When ready to serve, toss spinach leaves with pita mix in a large mixing bowl. Add dates and red onion, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, the lemon juice and another pinch of salt. Taste for seasoning and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 232, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 209 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
FRUIT & SPINACH SALAD
The combination of sweet fruit and salty feta cheese makes this salad a winner. -Virginia Dack, Asheville, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, oranges, grapes, cheese, walnuts and onion. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH, ORANGE, AND ALMOND SALAD
Steps:
- Lightly grease a 10-inch square of aluminum foil with butter or vegetable oil and set aside.
- Combine 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, swirling occasionally, until the sugar turns a golden amber color, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the almonds and stir to coat. Continue cooking until the almonds are fragrant and golden brown, about 1 minute. Transfer to the prepared aluminum foil, using a spoon to spread into a thin layer, and set aside to cool completely.
- With a thin, sharp knife, cut the peel and bitter white pith from the oranges, 1 at a time. Working over a bowl to catch the juices, cut in between the membranes to release the segments. Reserve the segments in a separate bowl. Combine 1/4 cup orange juice, the remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, the Champagne vinegar, olive oil, orange zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the cayenne in a mixing bowl and whisk to blend. Transfer the dressing to a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid until you are ready to serve.
- Put the spinach in a large serving bowl, then top with the orange segments, celery, and red onions. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- When ready to serve, break the caramelized almonds into bite-size pieces and scatter over the top of the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.
- Lightly grease a 10-inch square of aluminum foil with butter or vegetable oil and set aside.
- Combine 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, swirling occasionally, until the sugar turns a golden amber color, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the almonds and stir to coat. Continue cooking until the almonds are fragrant and golden brown, about 1 minute. Transfer to the prepared aluminum foil, using a spoon to spread into a thin layer, and set aside to cool completely.
- With a thin, sharp knife, cut the peel and bitter white pith from the oranges, 1 at a time. Working over a bowl to catch the juices, cut in between the membranes to release the segments. Reserve the segments in a separate bowl. Combine 1/4 cup orange juice, the remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, the Champagne vinegar, olive oil, orange zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the cayenne in a mixing bowl and whisk to blend. Transfer the dressing to a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid until you are ready to serve.
- Put the spinach in a large serving bowl, then top with the orange segments, celery, and red onions. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- When ready to serve, break the caramelized almonds into bite-size pieces and scatter over the top of the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.
SPINACH ALMOND SALAD
"I'm asked for the recipe every time I serve this salad. It's just lovely." -Jennie Richards, Riverton, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a blender, combine the sugar, vinegar, onion and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Pour over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
THE BEST SPINACH SALAD EVER
Fresh spinach with a creamy dressing that all my friends rave over. The dressing also makes a great vegetable dip.
Provided by Autumn
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the slivered almonds onto a baking sheet, and toast until the nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Watch the nuts carefully as they bake, because they burn quickly. Once toasted, set the nuts aside to cool to room temperature.
- Mix together the mayonnaise, milk, and sugar in a large salad bowl. Stir in the bacon bits and Parmesan cheese until the dressing is well combined and creamy.
- Place the spinach leaves, chopped cauliflower, and toasted almonds into the salad bowl, and stir lightly to coat with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 43.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 812.3 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
THE PERFECT SUNDAY BRUNCH SPINACH SALAD
My coworker Lori makes this salad whenever she is in charge of Friday breakfast and we all absolutely love it...and it's so easy. Absolutely no cooking required, so it's great during the warm summer months.
Provided by Chez Christine
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place spinach in a large bowl. Arrange bananas, strawberries, mandarin oranges, cranberries, and pine nuts on top. Toss with poppy seed dressing before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 271.2 mg, Sugar 19.5 g
CRANBERRY ALMOND SPINACH SALAD
If you want something new to try for your Thanksgiving menu, toss this salad together. Fresh spinach leaves are tossed with toasted almonds and dried cranberries and drizzled with poppy seed dressing. It's likely to become a holiday tradition at your house, too. -Michelle Krzmarzick Torrance, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together first 6 ingredients; gradually whisk in oil. In a large bowl, toss spinach, cranberries and green onions with dressing; sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH AND APPLE SALAD WITH CRISPY ALMONDS
Categories Salad Fruit Nut Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Lunch Apple Almond Spinach Fall Healthy Sesame Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 to 8 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine onion, cider vinegar, white wine vinegar, sesame seeds and paprika in small bowl. Mix in 2 tablespoons sugar. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds. Stir until almonds begin to color, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon sugar over. Stir until sugar melts and begins to turn golden, about 2 minutes longer. Transfer almonds to bowl and cool. (Dressing and almonds can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover separately and let stand at room temperature.)
- Combine spinach and apples in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Mix in almonds. Serve salad, passing any remaining dressing separately.
ALMOND SPINACH SALAD
Sent in from Karena Lee of Sunland, California, this easy tossed salad is colorful, fresh, and the toasted almonds give it a wonderful crunch.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, tomato, onion, avocado and almonds. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different fruits and vegetables. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a spinach fruit salad.
- Use a light dressing. You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the spinach and fruit.
- Add some crunch to your salad. Nuts, seeds, and croutons are all great options.
- Serve your salad immediately. Spinach fruit salad is best enjoyed fresh.
Conclusion:
Spinach fruit salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite fruits and vegetables. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at your next party or potluck. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a spinach fruit salad recipe that everyone will love.
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