Best 7 Spinach Apple And Walnut Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a refreshing and nutritious salad that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than the spinach, apple, and walnut salad. This delectable dish combines the sweetness of crisp apples, the crunch of walnuts, and the earthy flavor of spinach, all tossed in a zesty dressing. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a delightful option for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish.

In addition to the classic spinach, apple, and walnut salad, the article also features variations to suit different preferences. For those who prefer a creamy dressing, there's a recipe for a creamy honey mustard dressing that adds a tangy twist to the salad. If you're looking for a vegan option, the maple tahini dressing is a delightful choice, providing a nutty and slightly sweet flavor profile. And for those who enjoy a warm and comforting salad, the roasted butternut squash and spinach salad is sure to satisfy, with its roasted butternut squash adding a touch of warmth and sweetness to the mix.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a treat. These salads are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Spinach is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, while apples and walnuts are rich in antioxidants and fiber. So not only will you enjoy a flavorful meal, but you'll also be doing your body good.

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

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!

APPLE WALNUT SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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This Apple Walnut Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing is a delicious winter salad recipe that's packed with healthy greens, fruit, nuts, sweet onions, sharp blue cheese and buttery goat cheese, all topped with a sweet balsamic salad dressing!

Provided by Chrissie

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups fresh baby spinach
1 golden delicious apple (thinly sliced)
1 honeycrisp apple (thinly sliced)
1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
1/4 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
1/4 cup blue cheese (crumbled)
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Add the spinach, apple slices, onion slices, and walnuts to a large bowl.
  • Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and top with the goat cheese and blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 219 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 24 g

APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD



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This apple walnut salad delivers sweet and tangy flavor to simple salad greens with a quick apple cider vinaigrette, cranberries and Gorgonzola cheese. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups torn romaine
5 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 large red apple, chopped
1 large green apple, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/3 cup dried cranberries
CIDER VINAIGRETTE:
3/4 cup apple cider or juice
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup walnut oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients., In a small bowl, whisk the cider, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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.

APPLE-WALNUT-SPINACH SALAD



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Fresh spinach, apples and red onions combine with crumbled feta cheese and crunchy walnuts for a flavor-packed salad that's sure to please.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 10m

Yield Makes 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups baby spinach leaves
1 apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup ATHENOS Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese
1/4 cup slivered red onions
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup KRAFT Classic Caesar Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH WALNUTS



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Nutritious spinach gets a protein boost from walnuts and eggs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 minced shallot
1/4 cup loosely packed chopped fresh tarragon (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
3/4 pound trimmed spinach
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
4 quartered hard-cooked eggs
8 ounces thinly sliced mushrooms
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, shallot, and tarragon.
  • Add spinach, walnuts, hard-cooked eggs, and mushrooms. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Toss just before serving.

SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLE, HONEY-ROASTED WALNUTS, AND BLACKBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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This delicious spinach salad is paired with blackberries, apple, honey roasted walnuts, and a blackberry vinaigrette--it's perfect for a dinner party when blackberries are in season.

Provided by N Yager

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons honey
3 cups raw walnut halves
½ tablespoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 tablespoons seedless blackberry jam
4 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
½ teaspoon dried basil
salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
8 cups fresh spinach
1 sweet apple, chopped
1 Granny Smith apple, chopped
1 cucumber, sliced and quartered
2 red bell peppers, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
12 ounces fresh blackberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place 3 tablespoons honey in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on Medium until honey liquefies, about 30 to 45 seconds. Add walnuts and stir to coat. Spread in one layer onto the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until nuts have darkened slightly, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and stir to coat. Allow to cool.
  • Combine olive oil, blackberry jam, balsamic vinegar, orange juice, Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons honey, basil, salt, and pepper in a lidded jar. Shake until vinaigrette is well combined and chill in the refrigerator until serving.
  • Combine spinach, sweet apple, Granny Smith apple, cucumber, bell peppers, green onions, feta, and cooled walnuts in a large bowl. Toss to combine. Carefully mix in blackberries. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 290.6 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose a tart apple, such as a Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, to balance out the sweetness of the dressing.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant and slightly browned.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time and let it chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad immediately after tossing it with the dressing to prevent the spinach from wilting.

Conclusion:

This spinach, apple, and walnut salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite fall flavors. The combination of sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, tangy dressing, and fresh spinach is sure to please everyone at your table. This salad is also very easy to make, making it a great option for a quick and healthy meal.

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