Best 6 Spinach Salad With Creamy Yogurt Dressing Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant and refreshing spinach salad, elevated by a luscious creamy yogurt dressing. This delightful dish showcases the tender crunch of baby spinach leaves, complemented by the sweet and juicy bursts of ripe strawberries, the crisp freshness of cucumber, and the nutty flavor of toasted almonds. Drizzled with a luscious dressing made from creamy yogurt, tangy lemon juice, aromatic herbs, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with this delectable spinach salad recipe, along with variations featuring grilled chicken, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty vinaigrette dressing. Discover the versatility of this dish as it transforms into a hearty main course salad, a light and refreshing side dish, or a delightful vegetarian option.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY YOGURT DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 red bell peppers, roasted, seeded, peeled and julienned
1 bunch oregano, leaves only, roughly chopped
1/2 cup green olives, pitted and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch spinach, stems removed, washed and dried
1/4 red cabbage, cored and finely shredded
3 Italian Roma tomatoes, cored, seeded julienned
1 small red onion, julienned
1 small jicama, peeled and julienned
2 pickling cucumbers, peeled and julienned
Creamy Yogurt Dressing, recipe follows
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 cup plain yogurt (as pure as possible, without stabilizers, pectin, etc.)

Steps:

  • Mix together the red pepper strips, oregano, olives, olive oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl and reserve.
  • For the salad, tear the spinach leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl with the cabbage, tomatoes, red onion, jicama and cucumbers and toss well. Top with dressing and serve.
  • For the dressing, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic in a blender and puree until smooth. Add the yogurt and blend briefly to combine.
  • To serve, pour the yogurt dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Divide and place on 6 serving plates. Top each with a large spoonful of the red pepper garnish.

SPINACH SALAD DRESSING



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This is a quick and easy dressing that goes well with any salad! Serve warm over salad. This dressing keeps very nicely in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Provided by Amber

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup olive oil
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, sugar, ketchup, red wine vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar melts and dressing is creamy, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Fat 13.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 125.5 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

SPINACH CUCUMBER SALAD WITH YOGURT DRESSING



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The delicious yogurt dressing in this recipe is flavored with mint, and the salad goes very well served with a spicy meal. It was adapted from a recipe in a Fine Cooking publication. Note: the dressing requires chill time. Be sure to make the salad ahead of time. The chill time is not included in the preparation or cooking time listed.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Spinach

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh squeezed
1 teaspoon honey
3 tablespoons yogurt (use Greek style yogurt or whole-milk yogurt)
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
salt and pepper
8 cups baby spinach leaves, tightly packed
2 cucumbers, peeled and seeded, halved (lengthwise)
1/4 medium red onion, halved (lengthwise)

Steps:

  • Whisk the lemon juice and honey in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the yogurt and olive oil together. Whisk while adding the yogurt to the lemon juice in a thin stream. Add the mint, then add the salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill the dressing for up to 24 hours.
  • Combine the spinach, cucumbers and onion in a large bowl. Season with a little salt and pepper. Add just enough dressing to moisten the salad. Toss to coat, and serve with extra dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.6, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 28.6, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 1.6

THE BEST SPINACH SALAD EVER



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Fresh spinach with a creamy dressing that all my friends rave over. The dressing also makes a great vegetable dip.

Provided by Autumn

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup milk
¼ cup white sugar
1 (3 ounce) jar bacon bits
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
½ head cauliflower, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the slivered almonds onto a baking sheet, and toast until the nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Watch the nuts carefully as they bake, because they burn quickly. Once toasted, set the nuts aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Mix together the mayonnaise, milk, and sugar in a large salad bowl. Stir in the bacon bits and Parmesan cheese until the dressing is well combined and creamy.
  • Place the spinach leaves, chopped cauliflower, and toasted almonds into the salad bowl, and stir lightly to coat with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 43.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 812.3 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH YOGURT DRESSING



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A homemade yogurt-based salad dressing is served with this fresh spinach salad. Great as a light lunch or serve as a side. Land-O-Lakes Cookbook. Prep time includes chilling salad dressing.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
milk
6 cups fresh spinach, torn in bite size pieces
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
3 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
1/3 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • in small bowl stir together all dressing ingredients except milk.
  • stir in milk until desired consistency is reached.
  • cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • in large bowl toss together all salad ingredients.
  • serve with dressing.

SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY DRESSING



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Make and share this Spinach Salad With Creamy Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Semra22

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh spinach leaves
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
1 -2 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine washed and torn spinach leaves, mushrooms and bacon in a large bowl.
  • In a blender, combine the dressing ingredients.
  • Toss salad with the dressing and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, tender spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Wash the spinach thoroughly and dry it well before using.
  • To make the creamy yogurt dressing, use full-fat yogurt for a richer flavor.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as dill or chives, to the dressing for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have any red onion on hand, you can use a white or yellow onion instead.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, or bell peppers.
  • Serve the salad immediately after dressing it, as the dressing can wilt the spinach if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This spinach salad with creamy yogurt dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and it is also a good source of fiber. The creamy yogurt dressing adds a rich and tangy flavor to the salad, and it is also a good source of protein. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table, and it is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

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