This citrus spinach salad is bursting with refreshing flavors and packed with nutritious ingredients. The combination of juicy citrus fruits, creamy feta cheese, and tangy cranberry dressing creates a perfect balance of sweet and savory. This salad is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy, making it an ideal choice for a light and satisfying meal. It's quick and easy to prepare, making it a great option for a busy weeknight dinner or a side dish at your next gathering. Give your taste buds a treat with this delightful citrus spinach salad!
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed
- 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
- 1 large grapefruit, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, orange segments, grapefruit segments, feta cheese, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the cranberry dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Spinach is rich in iron and vitamin C, making it an excellent choice for boosting your immune system.
Citrus fruits are packed with vitamin C and provide a refreshing burst of flavor to the salad.
Feta cheese adds a creamy and tangy taste to the salad, while also being a great source of calcium.
Toasting the sliced almonds enhances their nutty flavor and adds a satisfying crunch to the salad.
The cranberry dressing is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, complementing the citrus and feta cheese.