Best 12 Warm Apple Pistachio Spinach Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our Warm Apple Pistachio Spinach Salad, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. This vibrant salad boasts fresh spinach leaves as its base, topped with crisp apple slices, crunchy pistachios, creamy goat cheese, and a drizzle of tangy lemon vinaigrette. The warmth of caramelized apples adds a touch of comfort, while a sprinkle of tart cranberries provides a burst of color and flavor. Discover the perfect balance of textures and tastes in this delectable salad.

Alongside the Warm Apple Pistachio Spinach Salad, we present three additional enticing recipes to tantalize your taste buds:

1. **Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad:** Dive into a creamy and refreshing pasta salad, featuring perfectly cooked penne tossed in a luscious avocado dressing. The addition of ripe cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and crumbled bacon adds a medley of textures and flavors.

2. **Easy Tuna Salad Sandwich:** Reimagine the classic tuna salad sandwich with this simple yet satisfying recipe. Flaky tuna is combined with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sweetness from honey, then piled onto slices of hearty whole-wheat bread. Fresh celery, red onion, and crisp lettuce add a delightful crunch.

3. **Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Salad:** Experience a vibrant and healthy salad brimming with roasted vegetables and chickpeas. A medley of colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli is roasted to perfection, then combined with tender chickpeas, refreshing cucumber, and a drizzle of zesty lemon-tahini dressing.

Embark on a culinary adventure with these diverse and flavorful recipes, sure to elevate your meals and impress your palate.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

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!

WARM SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 3 slices chopped thick-cut bacon in a skillet until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; whisk 2 tablespoons of the drippings with 1 diced small shallot, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar and 2 tablespoons water. Toss with one 5-ounce bag baby spinach, 1 cup halved red grapes and 1/2 cup pistachios; season with salt and pepper. Top with 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese and the bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calorie, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 18 milligrams, Sodium 493 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 3.5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 7 grams

GREEN APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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Don't fret over unexpected company. Here's a refreshing salad that's ready in 20 minutes. "It's healthy...and so good," says Rae Sorensen of Granby, Quebec. "I make sure to have all the ingredients on hand."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach, torn
2 medium tart apples, chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 cup chopped cashews

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, apples and raisins. In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, oil, garlic salt and celery salt. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cashews. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT SPINACH APPLE SALAD



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With a light sweet-tangy dressing, the spinach doesn't wilt and the apples retain their crunch. We serve this salad with homemade bread. -Denise Albers, Freeburg, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
9 cups fresh baby spinach
2 unpeeled large red apples, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, chopped (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , In same skillet, combine vinegar, brown sugar and reserved drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a serving bowl, combine spinach, apples, onion and bacon. Drizzle with warm dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

WARM SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb. baby spinach, pre-washed
1/4-lb. pancetta (Italian bacon) or regular bacon
1/4-lb. blue cheese (consult cheese monger)
small jar of capers
3 lemons, zested and juiced
2 shallots, minced
1-oz. extra-virgin olive oil (bright California oil works well)
1 tsp. white balsamic vinegar
1 tsp. sugar
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup toasted almonds

Steps:

  • Wash and dry spinach (or buy bagged, pre-washed spinach). Small dice (1/4" x 1/4") the pancetta, crisp iton low heat and drain off the fat, reserving 2 tablespoons. Set aside. Crumble the blue cheese and set aside Zest the lemons then cut in half and juice. In a saucepan boil 2 cups salt water. Blanch the lemon zest by dropping it into boiling water for 10-20 seconds. Remove zest and immediately run under cold water. Set aside.
  • Saute the minced shallots in reserved fat until translucent. Add half of the capers, half of the blanched zest and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Warm over heat. In a bowl toss the spinach, remaining capers, pancetta and crumbled cheese. Toss the salad with warm dressing Garnish with remaining zest and toasted almonds and serve immediately.

WARM SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 22m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 slices thick-cut bacon or 4 slices pancetta, chopped
3 shallots, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 pounds triple washed spinach, stems removed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
4 hard-boiled eggs, quartered lengthwise
Parmigiano-Reggiano, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add bacon to skillet and brown, reserve the crispy bacon bits and add the shallots and garlic to the pan. Cook 3 to 4 minutes then deglaze the pan with vinegar, turn spinach into pan and wilt down a bit but do not fully cook the spinach, just give it a few turns with tongs. Season the greens with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Place spinach on a serving dish and top with quartered eggs, shavings of cheese and reserved bacon bits.

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.

QUICK APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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This is an eye-catching addition to the table because the red apple contrasts nicely with the green spinach. The versatile dressing would taste great with any salad greens and toppings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons white vinegar
4 to 5 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups torn fresh spinach
1 small red apple, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, celery salt and pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes; whisk until sugar is dissolved. , In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach and apple. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.

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ITALIAN PISTACHIO APPLE SALAD



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An orange-flavored balsamic dressing lends refreshing flavor to baby greens and apple slices. Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup orange juice (about 1/2 large orange, fresh squeezed)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sweet mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
4 cups mixed baby greens
1 granny smith apple, cored and thinly sliced (or any other tart apple)
1/2 gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 cup pistachio nut, roasted

Steps:

  • For dressing, whisk together orange juice, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and garlic; gradually whisk in oil until well blended. Set aside to mellow flavors.
  • For salad, divide greens among four salad plates. Top with apple slices. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Whisk dressing; drizzle over salads.

WARM SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons cooking oil
4 ounces slab bacon, trimmed of rind and finely diced
3/4 pound fresh spinach trimmed of stems, well washed and dried and torn into small pieces
1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, washed and sliced thin
1/3 cup thin-sliced red onion, separated into rings
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Freshly ground red pepper
1 hard-cooked egg yolk, crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet and sautee the bacon until the pieces are golden brown. Remove from the heat.
  • Mix spinach, mushrooms and onion in a glass or ceramic bowl. (Do not use wood - it will soak up the warm dressing.)
  • Toss salad ingredients with the vinegar.
  • Reheat the bacon and drippings in the skillet and pour over salad. Toss thoroughly then cover the salad with the overturned skillet for about 30 seconds. Toss again.
  • Season with pepper, crumble sieved hard-cooked egg yolk on the salad and serve.

APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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Apple, onion and bacon flavor this crunchy salad from Roberta Ashcraft of Twin Falls, Idaho. "After eating a similar salad at a restaurant, I concocted my own version," Roberta relates. "The dressing gets its zip from chili powder and hot pepper sauce."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups fresh spinach, torn
1 medium apple, chopped
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 red onion slices, separated into rings
2 tablespoons chopped nuts
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, toss the spinach, apple, bacon, onion and nuts. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate any remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when cooked, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Don't overcook the apples: You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a bite.
  • Use fresh, baby spinach: This will give the salad a light and airy texture.
  • Toast the pistachios: This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the salad warm: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more enjoyable to eat.

Conclusion:

This warm apple, pistachio, and spinach salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. The apples are sweet and tart, the pistachios are crunchy and nutty, and the spinach is light and airy. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and it brings all of the ingredients together perfectly. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover apples.

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