Best 10 Spinach Salad W Apple Hazelnut Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our enticing Spinach Salad with Apple Hazelnut Dressing. This delightful dish is a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Fresh, crisp spinach forms the base of this salad, while sweet, juicy apples and crunchy hazelnuts add contrasting textures. The pièce de résistance is our homemade Apple Hazelnut Dressing, a luscious combination of tangy apple cider vinegar, sweet honey, creamy Dijon mustard, and a hint of aromatic nutmeg. In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to suit your preferences. For a vegan option, substitute agave nectar for honey, and for a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. We also include a guide to making your own homemade croutons from scratch, adding an extra layer of flavor and texture to your salad.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLE VINAIGRETTE



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This spinach salad is tossed with apple vinaigrette made with finely diced apple, vinegar, and finely chopped onion. Top the salad with bacon.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish     Entree     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10 to 12 ounces) bag fresh spinach
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sweet onion (grated, or purple onion)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup apple (finely chopped)
Optional Garnish: crumbled cooked bacon
Optional Garnish: walnut or pecan halves

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Wash spinach and let dry.
  • In a bowl whisk together the sugar, vinegar, grated onion, mustard, salt, and vegetable oil. Add the apple.
  • Refrigerate spinach and dressing separately until serving time.
  • Pour dressing over spinach just before serving and toss. If desired, sprinkle with crumbled bacon and nuts.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 19 g, Fat 9 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPINACH SALAD W/ APPLE HAZELNUT DRESSING



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Make and share this Spinach salad w/ apple hazelnut dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bekah

Categories     Spinach

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces apple juice
2 cloves chopped garlic
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 lemon, juice of
6 ounces extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons toasted chopped hazelnuts
3 bunches fresh spinach, well washed and drained
salt and pepper
1/2 medium red onion, sliced
1 apple, sliced

Steps:

  • In saucepan on high heat, cook apple juice until it is reduced till only 1/4 cup remains.
  • This should take approximately 15 minutes.
  • Pour reduced juice into a non-reactive bowl and let cool.
  • When cool, mix in garlic, mustard, vinegar, worcestershire, tabasco and lemon juice.
  • Whisk olive oil in slowly, add nuts and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Rip spinach into bite sized pieces and place in serving bowl.
  • Pour dressing over spinach and toss.
  • Garnish with onion and apple.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355, Fat 31.7, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 157.3, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 5, Sugar 8.3, 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.

APPLE-SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups baby spinach leaves
2 apples, sliced
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup toasted PLANTERS Pecans, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Light House Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • TOSS spinach with apples, celery and pecans in large bowl.
  • ADD dressing; mix lightly.

PERFECT SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 whole eggs
Ice
7 slices thick-cut peppered bacon
1 small whole red onion
1 package white button mushrooms
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 dash salt
8 ounces baby spinach, washed, dried and stems removed

Steps:

  • Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Then turn off the heat and allow to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain off the water and add ice on top of the eggs.
  • Fry the bacon in a skillet until crispy/chewy. Remove to a paper towel. Drain the fat into a bowl and reserve. Give the skillet a wipe with kitchen paper.
  • Slice the red onion very thinly, and then add to the skillet. Cook slowly until the onions are caramelized and reduced. Remove to a plate and set aside.
  • Slice the mushrooms and add them to the same skillet with a little of the reserved bacon fat if needed. Cook slowly until caramelized and brown. Remove to a plate and set aside. Chop the bacon. Peel and slice the eggs.
  • Make the hot bacon dressing:
  • Add 3 tablespoons of the reserved bacon fat, vinegar, sugar, Dijon and salt to a small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat. Whisk together and heat thoroughly until bubbly. Add the spinach to a large bowl. Arrange the onions, mushrooms and bacon on top. Pour the hot dressing over the top; toss to combine. Arrange the eggs over the top and serve.
  • Per serving: Calories 270; Total Fat 22.5 grams; Saturated Fat 7.5 grams; Protein 10 grams; Total Carbohydrate 7 grams; Sugar: 2 grams; Fiber 2 grams; Cholesterol 123 milligrams; Sodium 526 milligrams

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calorie, Fat 22.5 grams, SaturatedFat 7.5 grams, Cholesterol 123 milligrams, Sodium 526 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 2 grams

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 SALAD (INA GARTEN) RECIPE - (2.9/5)



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Provided by kddozier

Number Of Ingredients 13

DRESSING:
2 bags baby spinach
Red onion, thinly sliced
1 package craisins
Feta cheese, crumbled
Toasted pine nuts or pecans
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon tarragon vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
Paprika to taste

Steps:

  • Spinach Salad: Toss ingredients together. To toast nuts, put nuts in 400 degree oven for 5 minutes and remove as soon as you can smell them. Dressing: Boil together 1/2 cup white vinegar and 1 cup sugar and remove from heat to cool some. Add remaining ingredients and mix.

EASY AND AWESOME SPINACH SALAD



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This is a very easy spinach salad to make. The dressing has some unusual ingredients but is very delicious. I never have leftovers at potlucks when I take this salad.

Provided by Lady Scrapalot

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon, or more to taste
1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach, stems removed
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup ketchup
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place the bacon into a skillet over medium heat, and cook until browned and crisp, turning often, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to paper towels to absorb excess grease. Crumble the bacon when cool.
  • Place the spinach into a large salad bowl, and sprinkle with the bacon, hard-cooked eggs, and onion. Gently toss the salad.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the sugar, ketchup, vegetable oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce until the sugar has dissolved. Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 57.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLE DRESSING



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A sweet dressing that tops baby spinach leaves. Found in Simple and Delicious Sept 2007 magazine. A nice salad that can be dressed up and served for a brunch/luncheon or dressed down and served on a Friday night pizza night.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup apple butter
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh Baby Spinach
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup shredded swiss cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing: in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the apple butter, oil, vinegar and pepper; shaking very well.
  • Divide spinach leaves between four plates and sprinkle with pecans and cheese.
  • Drizzle with dressing right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.7, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 6.2, Sodium 42.4, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 13.2, Protein 4

SPINACH SALAD WITH APPLE DRESSING



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Apple butter gives a delightful sweetness to this spinach salad. Pecans and Swiss cheese add to the flavor, and are a great pairing, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup apple butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the apple butter, oil, vinegar and pepper; shake well. Divide spinach among 4 plates; sprinkle with pecans and cheese. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, young spinach leaves. Avoid wilted or yellowed leaves.
  • To save time, you can use pre-washed and dried spinach.
  • If you don't have hazelnuts, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
  • To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk together the ingredients and store it in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To add a touch of sweetness, you can add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • If you're serving the salad as a main course, you can add some grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

This spinach salad with apple and hazelnut dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and the dressing is light and flavorful. With its combination of fresh spinach, crisp apples, crunchy hazelnuts, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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