FESTIVE SPINACH SALAD

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Baby spinach leaves get jazzed up with this simple, homemade salad dressing. Walnuts, bacon bits and pomegranate seeds make this attractive salad a regular on my holiday menus.-JoAnn Scannell, Dubuque, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup fat-free French salad dressing
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
3/4 teaspoon paprika
6 cups fresh baby spinach
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup cubed avocado
3 slices red onion, separated into rings
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the salad dressing, orange juice, honey and paprika; shake well. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled. , In a salad bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Aminul Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I always have a bag of spinach in my fridge, and this is the perfect way to use it up before it goes bad.


Surya Sharma
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of nuts and fruits, and it's always delicious.


Atis T-zoe
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's my go-to salad for potlucks and holiday gatherings.


courtney clifford
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect side dish for a heavy holiday meal.


Duality 2
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I love the festive colors of this salad. It's perfect for a holiday party.


Aneesa Afridi
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Safdar Kamboh
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I made this salad for my family over the holidays, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Aya Ahmed
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This salad was delicious! The spinach was fresh and crisp, and the dressing was perfectly balanced. I especially liked the addition of the goat cheese and walnuts.


Themba Freedom
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one was really good. The dressing was light and tangy, and the walnuts and cranberries added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mcc Back
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This salad was a breeze to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes. The dressing was especially easy to make, and it really brought all the flavors together.


Victoria Iyambo
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I loved the festive presentation of this salad. The red and green colors were so cheerful, and the pomegranate seeds added a nice pop of color. The salad was also very tasty, with a good balance of sweet and savory flavors.


Siebe
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This spinach salad was a hit at my holiday party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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