Best 7 Green Apple Curried Spinach Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this Green Apple Curried Spinach Salad. The vibrant green apples, peppery arugula, and tender spinach create a textural tapestry that bursts with freshness. The tangy yogurt dressing, infused with aromatic curry powder and mellowed by a touch of honey, elevates this salad to a culinary masterpiece. Topped with crunchy walnuts and tangy cranberries, each bite offers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and zesty notes. This recipe caters to various dietary preferences, as it's easily adaptable to vegan, gluten-free, and paleo diets. Discover the detailed instructions and uncover more delectable salad recipes within the article, including a refreshing Mango Spinach Salad, an earthy Roasted Butternut Squash Salad, and a flavorful Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables. Let your taste buds embark on a culinary adventure with these vibrant and wholesome salads.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH AND GREEN APPLE SALAD



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings, serving size is 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper
5 ounces baby spinach leaves (about 5 cups lightly packed)
1 Granny Smith apple
1/3 cup walnut pieces, toasted in a dry skillet over a medium-high flame until fragrant, about 2 minutes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar and mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the spinach with the dressing until evenly coated then divide the spinach among 4 serving plates.
  • Core the apple and slice it into matchsticks. Sprinkle a quarter of the apple pieces on top of each salad. Follow with the walnut pieces. Serve immediately.

GREEN APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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Don't fret over unexpected company. Here's a refreshing salad that's ready in 20 minutes. "It's healthy...and so good," says Rae Sorensen of Granby, Quebec. "I make sure to have all the ingredients on hand."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach, torn
2 medium tart apples, chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 cup chopped cashews

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, apples and raisins. In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, oil, garlic salt and celery salt. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cashews. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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This classic apple spinach salad is easy to make with fresh ingredients, tossed with a quick apple cider vinaigrette, and easy to customize with your favorite add-ins.

Provided by Ali

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 ounces fresh baby spinach
2 small apples, cored and thinly sliced
half of a small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup dried cranberries
3 ounces crumbled goat cheese
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, peeled and minced
a generous pinch of salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all of the vinaigrette ingredients together in a bowl and whisk vigorously (or shake them together in a mason jar) to combine.
  • Add spinach, apples, red onion, walnuts, dried cranberries, and half of the goat cheese to a large bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining goat cheese, and enjoy!

SPINACH AND APPLE SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces fresh spinach
1 small tart apple
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wash spinach and remove tough stems. Break spinach into bite-size pieces.
  • Wash apple and cut into thin strips, leaving peel on.
  • In a serving bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and vinegar; add the spinach and apple, and mix thoroughly to coat well. Season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 117, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 46 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

GREEN APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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My aunt Karen gave this to me and it is always a hit. So simple, yet a little different and the dressing is GREAT.

Provided by Liza at Food.com

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 1 salad, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) bag spinach
1 granny smith apple, chopped
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Place spinach, apple, almond and blue cheese in salad bowl.
  • To make dressing, combine oil, vinegar, soy sauce, honey and dijon and garlic in a food processor (or shake in a jar like i do) and emulsify.
  • Pour over greens and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.9, Fat 39.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 663.7, Carbohydrate 19, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 10.3, Protein 10.7

CURRIED SPINACH SALAD



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I've used this at potlucks and dinner parties. It serves 12 people, so feel free to adjust to your needs. The dressing shouldn't be added until just before serving. Prep time includes the sitting time for the dressing!

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Spinach

Time 2h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs fresh spinach
3 golden delicious apples, unpeeled, cored, and sliced
2/3 cup dry roasted salted peanut
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup green onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chutney, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
2/3 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Remove stems from spinach; wash leaves thoroughly, and pat dry. Tear into bite size pieces.
  • Combine spinach, apple, peanuts, raisins, green onions, and sesame seeds in a large bowl; toss gently.
  • Dressing: Combine white wine vinegar, chutney, salt, curry powder, dry mustard, and hot sauce. Gradually add oil, beating with a wire whisk until blended. Cover and let stand at room temperature 2 hours.
  • Pour dressing over salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 360.7, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 9.2, Protein 5.8

SPINACH APPLE SALAD



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Whenever Mom made this salad, it was the first thing on my plate. With spinach, apples, raisins and a light dressing, this beautiful harvest salad is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. -Darlis Wilfer, Phelps, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 cup diced unpeeled apple
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup raisins
2 cups torn fresh spinach
2 cups torn romaine

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine vinegar, oil, salt and sugar; mix well. Add apple, onion and raisins; toss lightly to coat. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes. , Just before serving, combine spinach and romaine in a large salad bowl; add dressing and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use a sweeter variety of apple, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji. For a tarter salad, use a Granny Smith apple.
  • If you don't have any curry powder on hand, you can make your own by combining ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and apple mixture and store them in separate containers in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, simply combine the dressing, apple mixture, spinach, and walnuts in a large bowl and toss to coat.
  • This salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. Simply add it to the salad when you add the spinach and walnuts.

Conclusion:

This Green Apple Curried Spinach Salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and the curry dressing adds a unique and flavorful twist. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try!

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