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Creamy Balsamic Spinach Salad

Course Side Dish
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 People
Calories 151kcal

Ingredients

Candied Walnuts:

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Salad:

  • 7 ounces baby spinach
  • 6 ounces sliced mini cucumbers
  • 2 ounces thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 ounces 50% less-sugar dried cranberries
  • 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Creamy Balsamic Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Add chopped pecans, sugar and cinnamon to a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring continuously, until sugar is melted and pecans are evenly coated. Remove from heat and spread pecans on wax paper or foil in an even layer; let cool completely.
  • Add all salad ingredients to a large serving bowl and toss to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside.
  • Toss salad in dressing and top with candied walnuts right before serving.

Notes

MFP: MFF Creamy Balsamic Spinach Salad
October 2022

Nutrition

Serving: 3.4ounces | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.3g | Protein: 4.5g | Fat: 9.3g