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
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
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
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
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
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
Provided by Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- TOSS spinach with apples, celery and pecans in large bowl.
- ADD dressing; mix lightly.
PERFECT SPINACH SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
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
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
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)
Provided by kddozier
Number Of Ingredients 13
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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