Best 10 Spinach Salad With Sweet Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this spinach salad, a delightful dish that combines the freshness of spinach, the sweetness of strawberries, the crunch of almonds, and the tangy sweetness of a homemade vinaigrette dressing. This vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Accompanying this main recipe is a delightful collection of variations that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. For a protein-packed twist, try the spinach salad with grilled chicken, where tender chicken breasts are marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices and grilled to perfection. Craving a meat-free option? The spinach salad with tofu is an excellent choice, featuring pan-fried tofu tossed in a savory sauce, adding a satisfying plant-based protein to the mix.

If you're a fan of classic combinations, the spinach salad with bacon and hard-boiled eggs is a timeless delight. Crispy bacon and halved hard-boiled eggs add a smoky and savory touch to the salad, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. And for a burst of fruity sweetness, the spinach salad with strawberries and poppy seed dressing is sure to impress. Fresh strawberries and a tangy poppy seed dressing elevate this salad to a whole new level of deliciousness.

No matter your preference, this collection of spinach salad recipes offers something for everyone. From the classic to the innovative, these salads are perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a refreshing side dish. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body with these vibrant and flavorful spinach salad creations.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Easy

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4-5 oz Spinach (rinsed and dried)
2 small cucumbers or 1/2 English cucumber
1 cup Grape or Cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 medium Carrot (thinly sliced)
Shaved parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Pepper or to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse and dry your spinach. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
  • Slice your cucumbers, thinly slice your carrots and halve your cherry tomatoes. Toss all the veggies into the salad.
  • In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients: 2 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar, 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Briskly whisk or shake the dressing ingredients together.
  • Sprinkle the top with parmesan cheese and drizzle the salad with balsamic vinegar.

SPINACH SALAD DRESSING



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Sweet, creamy, and a little bit tangy, this Spinach Salad Dressing pairs perfectly with a crispy, fresh spinach salad!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dressing     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons honey
1 clove garlic (minced)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
8 cups spinach
2 hard boiled eggs (sliced)
8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
3 green onions (sliced)
2-3 fresh mushrooms (sliced)
¼ cup feta cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine dressing ingredients in a small jar with a lid. Shake well to combine and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Toss dressing with spinach just before serving.
  • Add remaining ingredients on top of salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Sodium 385 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MY FAVORITE SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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This spinach salad is always a hit and so easy to make with a tasty combination of sweet and savory ingredients, and tossed with a delicious homemade balsamic vinaigrette. It's also really versatile - sub in whatever greens, nuts, or cheese that you have on hand.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or tenders
a generous sprinkling of each - garlic powder, paprika, and salt & pepper
10-16 ounces baby spinach or spring mix
1 large apple cored and thinly sliced*
1 cup blueberries or another favorite fruit - sliced strawberries, halved raspberries, pomegranate seeds, diced pears
half a small red onion peeled and thinly sliced
3/4 cup nuts - toasted pine nuts, glazed pecans, chopped walnuts or slivered almonds use any favorite**
4-6 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola, Feta, Goat, or Blue Cheese
1 batch balsamic vinaigrette (may not use all of it)
Optional add-ins: cooked & crumbled bacon, diced avocado, dried cranberries

Steps:

  • To make chicken (if using): Preheat oven to 450ºF. Season chicken and bake for 17-20 minutes, (or until 165 degrees internally). Once cooked, cover with foil for 10 minutes to seal in the juices.
  • While chicken is cooking, you can prepare the salad ingredients.
  • To make the salad: Add spinach, fruit, red onion, nuts, dried cranberries, and half of the cheese to a large serving bowl. Cooked chicken can be chopped and tossed in the salad or sliced and served over the top or served alongside the salad. Drizzle the salad with the vinaigrette, and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 salad, Calories 262 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 336 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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Another innovative recipe that looks great and taste the same, from my sparse kitchen. Pair with Gallo® Family Vineyards Pinot Grigio.-Taste of Home Cooking School

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups torn spinach leaves
4 large fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 teaspoons grated onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine spinach and mushrooms; set aside. For dressing, combine onion, salt, pepper and mustard in a bowl. Whisk in vinegar until well combined. Gradually whisk in oil, beating until thick. Stir in lemon juice., Pour dressing over spinach and toss well to coat. Sprinkle bacon over spinach and toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD WITH HONEY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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This is a great easy summer salad, with a lot of options as to mixing and matching. Plus the salad looks pretty fancy. You can throw in any summer fruit or berry with this mix, blueberries and raspberries are a good choice, as are blackberries later in the season. The nuts are optional but a pecan or roasted almond adds a little crunch and more protein!

Provided by Shelby Cady

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch fresh spinach
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
½ cup raw pecans
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
½ cup olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the spinach, strawberries, Gorgonzola cheese, and pecans in a large bowl.
  • Stir the balsamic vinegar and honey together in a bowl; slowly stream the olive oil into the mixture while whisking continuously. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 282.4 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGE-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 cup (scant) canola or vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 large bunches, flat leaf spinach, washed, dried and stems removed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, oil, cilantro and salt and pepper. Dress spinach leaves and serve immediately.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC-HONEY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 pound prosciutto, cut in strips
1 garlic clove, minced
1 portobello mushroom cap, sliced
1/2 red onion, cut in rings
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
3 ounces Gorgonzola
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Trim, wash and dry the spinach thoroughly and place in a salad bowl.
  • Coat a saute pan with 2 tablespoons olive oil and put over medium heat. Fry the prosciutto and garlic for a minute to flavor the oil, and then add the mushrooms and onions. Saute the mushrooms and onions until they are slightly brown and tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Scrape the mixture on top of the spinach, return the pan to the stove. Add balsamic vinegar and scrape up the bits at the bottom of the pan. Add remaining oil and honey. Swirl pan around for a minute to warm the vinaigrette.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, top with Gorgonzola. Season with salt and pepper, toss, and serve immediately.

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices prosciutto
2 oranges, zested
2 small oranges, juiced or 1 large orange, juiced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 clove garlic, peeled
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 to 12 ounces pre-washed spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the prosciutto slices on a baking sheet and bake until just crisp, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Crumble the prosciutto slices into a container and store in the refrigerator.
  • In a blender, combine the orange zest, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. With the blender running, add the olive oil in a steady stream until combined. Transfer to a container and store in the refrigerator.
  • To serve, put the spinach in a large bowl. Toss with enough of the vinaigrette to coat the spinach. Sprinkle with the crisp prosciutto crumbles, toss again, and serve.

SPINACH SALAD WITH CURRY VINAIGRETTE



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This is a French-style spinach salad that should satisfy even the meat-lovers at the table. Features bacon lardons, which are simply crouton-size pieces of slab bacon, fried until crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside.

Provided by JENNIFERT

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ pound slab bacon
1 tablespoon curry powder
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared Dijon-style mustard
9 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
12 cups flat leaf spinach - rinsed, dried and stems removed
12 fresh mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Trim the rind from the bacon and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until brown and crispy. Cover and reduce heat to lowest setting to keep bacon warm.
  • In a small, dry skillet, toast curry powder over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and mustard. Add oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly, until the oil is completely incorporated. Add curry powder and whisk until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the bacon, spinach, mushrooms and vinaigrette until evenly coated. Adjust salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 269.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH SWEET DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Spinach Salad With Sweet Dijon Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by larchie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup maple syrup, use 100% pure
1 medium shallot, minced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1/2 medium red onion, sliced vertically
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a small bowl, whisking together, to make the vinaigrette.
  • Add remaining ingredients in a large serving bowl; toss with vinaigrette when ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.7, Sodium 220.7, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 6.7, Protein 2.9

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, young spinach leaves. Avoid wilted or bruised leaves.
  • If you don't have any fresh spinach on hand, you can use frozen spinach. Just be sure to thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using it.
  • To make the vinaigrette, use a good quality olive oil. You can also add a splash of white wine vinegar or lemon juice to taste.
  • If you want a sweeter vinaigrette, you can add a little bit of honey or maple syrup.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the salad, such as nuts, seeds, or crumbled cheese.
  • Serve the salad immediately after making it. This will help to prevent the spinach from wilting.

Conclusion:

Spinach salad with sweet vinaigrette is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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