Best 4 Fresh Spinach And Tarragon Salad Recipes

**Spinach and Tarragon Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish**

Spinach and tarragon salad is a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish to grilled meats or fish. Made with fresh spinach, tarragon, and a simple vinaigrette dressing, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrients. You can play around with the ingredients and experiment with different flavors. In this article, we'll provide you with two variations of the classic spinach and tarragon salad: a classic version and a version with roasted beets and goat cheese. Both recipes are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB SPINACH SALAD WITH TARRAGON DRESSING

Crab Spinach Salad with Tarragon Dressing image

Great light luncheon idea.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S @DailyInspiration

Categories Lettuce Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

12 ounce(s) flaked cooked crabmeat or 2 pkgs. fully-cooked(6-oz. each) frozen crabmeat thawed and drained
1 cup(s) chopped tomato
1 cup(s) sliced cucumber
1/3 cup(s) sliced red onion
1/4 cup(s) non-fat salad dressing or mayo
1/4 cup(s) low-fat sour cream
1/4 cup(s) chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoon(s) skim milk
2 teaspoon(s) chopped fresh tarragon or 1/2 tsp. dried tarragon leaves
1 - clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon(s) hot pepper sauce
8 cup(s) torn, washed, stemmed spinach leaves

Steps:

Combine crab meat, tomato, cucumber and onion in medium bowl.
Combine salad dressing (or mayo), sour cream, parsley, milk, tarragon, garlic and hot pepper sauce in small bowl.
Line four salad plates with spinach. Place crabmeat mixture on spinach; drizzle with dressing.

FRESH SPINACH SALAD

Fresh Spinach Salad image

Make and share this Fresh Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bert2421

Categories Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons salad oil
8 cups crisp young spinach, hard stems removed (about 2 - 2 1/2 lbs)
3 hard-boiled eggs
8 slices bacon, fried and crumbled
2 -3 green onions, chopped fine
fresh mushrooms, t-shaped
fresh cauliflower

Steps:

Put first 7 ingredients in a screw top jar and shake to mix.
Refrigerate.
Prepare remaining ingredients and add dressing just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.3, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 100.2, Sodium 545.2, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 5.8

SPINACH MUSHROOM SALAD WITH TARRAGON DRESSING

Spinach Mushroom Salad With Tarragon Dressing image

This dressing is a little rich, so I suggest to serve this salad as a main meal only, you can add in some cooked chicken breast, shrimp or sliced hard-boiled eggs and sprinkle with bacon bits. This salad is better than any you will get at a restaurant, if you are a salad lover, you will love this! To make things easier purchase a package of fresh ready-to-use spinach.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 lb fresh spinach leaves (washed and spun dry, stems discarded)
1/2 lb fresh white button mushrooms, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
parmesan cheese
crouton (optional)
2 hard-boiled eggs (yolks mashed and whites finely chopped)
3 tablespoons tarragon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
7 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
salt and pepper

Steps:

For the dressing, in a blender or food processor blend the yolks, vinegar, Dijon and olive oil until smooth and emulsified.
Stir in the finely chopped egg whites, shallots and finely chopped tarragon leaves; mix to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread the spinach leaves on a platter.
Top with onion slices and sliced mushrooms.
Spoon the prepared dressing over salad.
Sprinkle lightly with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 106, Sodium 123.2, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 7.2

MUSHROOM SPINACH SALAD WITH TARRAGON EGG DRESSING

Mushroom Spinach Salad with Tarragon Egg Dressing image

Categories Salad Leafy Green Herb Mushroom Quick & Easy Spring Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

For dressing
2 hard-boiled large eggs, yolks mashed and whites chopped fine
3 tablespoons tarragon white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons minced shallots (about 2)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1/2 pound fresh spinach, coarse stems discarded and leaves washed well and spun dry
10 ounces fresh white mushrooms

Steps:

Make dressing:
In a small bowl whisk together yolks, vinegar, and mustard and add oil in a stream, whisking constantly until dressing is emulsified. Stir in whites, shallots, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste.
Thinly slice spinach leaves and spread on a platter. Cut mushrooms into very thin slices and mound on spinster. Spoon dressing over salad.

Tips:

Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Look for spinach and tarragon that are vibrantly green and free of blemishes.
Wash your produce thoroughly: This will help remove any dirt or debris. You can wash your spinach and tarragon by rinsing them under cold water in a colander.
Dry your produce thoroughly: This will help prevent your salad from getting watery. You can dry your spinach and tarragon by patting them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Use a light hand with the dressing: You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the spinach and tarragon. Start with a small amount of dressing and add more to taste.
Serve immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and assemble just before serving.

Conclusion:

Fresh spinach and tarragon salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant green color and zesty flavor, this salad is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad to serve, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!