Indulge in a flavorful and healthy spinach salad for your perfect Sunday brunch. This recipe combines fresh spinach leaves with a variety of colorful vegetables, tangy dressing, and crunchy toppings to create a dish that is both satisfying and nutritious. It's easy to make and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Serve it as a centerpiece or as a side dish that pairs well with a variety of brunch dishes. Enjoy the freshness and goodness of this delightful spinach salad!
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large salad bowl, add the fresh spinach leaves.
- Place the cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, red onions, crumbled feta cheese, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries on top of the spinach.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve the spinach salad immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Spinach is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins A, C, K, and folate.
Adding almonds to the salad provides a healthy dose of vitamin E and adds a satisfying crunch.
Cranberries are rich in antioxidants and add a touch of sweetness to the salad.
Feta cheese adds a tangy and salty flavor to balance the freshness of the vegetables.
This spinach salad can be served as a standalone meal or paired with eggs, quiche, or toast for a complete brunch.