Best 13 Raspberry Spinach Salad Recipes

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Are you in search of a delightful and nutritious salad recipe that combines the tangy sweetness of raspberries with the earthy goodness of spinach? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the art of creating an exquisite raspberry spinach salad that will tantalise your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this salad is not just a culinary delight, but also a health-boosting powerhouse. Whether you're a seasoned salad enthusiast or just starting your culinary journey, we have curated a selection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING



Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Dressing image

Berries add a pop of color to this favorite salad that's part of my gluten-free menu. My challenge is to keep the family from eating the sugared almonds before I add them! -Peggy Gwillim, Strasbourg, Saskatchewan -Peggy Gwillim, Strasbourg, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
1 green onion, finely chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and stir almonds and sugar over low heat until sugar is dissolved and almonds are coated. Spread on foil to cool; break apart., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RASPBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD



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This was served at our wedding and it was really delicious. I thought all spinach salads were pretty much the same until I tried this dressing.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Spinach

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups spinach
1 cup raspberries
1/2 red onion, sliced very thinly
1 cup pecans, candied if you have them
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup canola oil or 1 cup safflower oil
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix the oil into the poppyseeds, dijon and honey.
  • Add vinegar.
  • Shake well-- this dressing stays emulsified very well.
  • You can toss with the rest of the salad ingredients or toss with just the spinach and then garnish the top with the other ingredients, or plate each serving and pour dressing over, whatever you choose.

GRILLED CHICKEN AND RASPBERRY-SPINACH SALAD



Grilled Chicken and Raspberry-Spinach Salad image

An organic raspberry-spread vinaigrette glazes grilled chicken and dresses the spinach-and-raspberries base of a delightful main-dish salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup Cascadian Farm® organic raspberry fruit spread
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
8 cups torn fresh spinach
1 bag (10 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic red raspberries, thawed, drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, stir together fruit spread, vinegar and oil; reserve 1/3 cup for glaze. Set remaining mixture aside.
  • Carefully brush grill rack with oil. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Brush chicken with reserved glaze. Cover grill; cook 5 minutes. Turn chicken over; brush with glaze. Cover grill; cook 3 to 7 minutes longer, brushing occasionally with glaze, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  • Meanwhile, on 4 individual dinner plates, arrange spinach, raspberries, onion and almonds. Cut each grilled chicken breast into slices; place on top of salads. Drizzle with remaining fruit spread mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 13 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 43 g, TransFat 0 g

RASPBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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This recipe came from a neighbor, and I adapted it to my family's tastes. It's a nice special salad to serve anytime-and, with fresh spinach from the garden, it's great for summer picnics! I've long enjoyed cooking...ever since my mother put me in charge of my first Sunday roast when I was 12.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons raspberry jam
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3/4 pound fresh spinach, rinsed well and drained
3/4 cup whole toasted pecans, divided
1 cup fresh raspberries, divided
2 large kiwifruit, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick

Steps:

  • With whisk or a blender, blend vinegar and jam. Add salad oil in thin stream while whisking. Set aside. Mix spinach, half of nuts, half of raspberries and all of the dressing. Top salad with remaining nuts, berries and kiwifruit. Mix again before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY POPPY SEED DRESSING



Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Poppy Seed Dressing image

Although perfect for summer, this refreshing salad is a favorite year-round for our family and friends. Poppy seeds and pecans add a pleasing crunch to the mix.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 cup canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 package (10 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the vinaigrette, sugar, salt and mustard. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Just before serving, toss the spinach, strawberries and pecans in a large salad bowl. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 409mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPINACH WALNUT SALAD W. RASPBERRY WALNUT VINAIGRETTE



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Easy Salad to throw together, and another one the "french chef" liked. Goes well with almost any meal. If you want to give it some kick, add some Feta Cheese!

Provided by Shannon in VA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups Baby Spinach
1/4 cup crushed walnut pieces
1/2 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced thin
1 -2 whole strawberry, sliced thin
bottled raspberry walnut vinaigrette dressing (Ken's Steakhouse has a wonderful "lite" Vinaigrette)

Steps:

  • In large bowl combine spinach, walnuts, mushrooms, red onion, and strawberry slices.
  • Toss to Mix.
  • Just before serving add dressing to taste.
  • Divide among 4 salad plates and serve.

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY RASPBERRY DRESSING



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Make and share this Strawberry Spinach Salad With Creamy Raspberry Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by canarygirl

Categories     Strawberry

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sliced almonds or 1/2 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons water
4 bunches spinach, washed and torn (about 4 cups)
10 large strawberries, washed and quartered
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil (mild)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons poppy seeds
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Spread almonds on parchment paper on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with sugar and spritz with water.
  • Toast almonds in oven until golden (about 10 minutes or so).
  • Remove and cool.
  • Toss together spinach, strawberries and onion.
  • Whisk together sugar, vinegar, olive oil, mayo, poppy seeds, salt and pepper.
  • Just before serving, drizzle salad with raspberry dressing and sprinkle with candied almonds.

SPINACH RASPBERRY SALAD



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"My family is always thrilled to see this lovely refreshing salad on the table," remarks Valerie Mitchell from Hudson, Ohio. "Its sweet raspberry dressing is the ideal topper for nutritious spinach, fresh berries and kiwi. Nuts and croutons provide a bit of crunch," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons raspberry jam
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 cups torn fresh spinach
2 cups fresh raspberries, divided
4 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted, divided
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1 cup seasoned salad croutons

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, jam and pepper; shake well. In a large salad bowl, gently combine spinach, 1 cup of raspberries, 2 tablespoons almonds and onion. Top with kiwi, croutons and remaining berries and almonds. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPLENDID RASPBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Make and share this Splendid Raspberry Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Raspberries

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons raspberry jam
1/3 cup vegetable oil
8 cups spinach, rinsed,stemmed and torn into pieces
3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts or 3/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1 cup fresh raspberry
3 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • Dressing: Combine vinegar and jam in blender or small bowl.
  • Add oil in thin stream, blending well.
  • Toss spinach with 1/2 of the nuts, 1/2 of the raspberries, 1/2 of the kiwi's and the dressing.
  • Top with the remaining ingredients (nuts, raspberries and kiwis.) Serve immediately.

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD W/RASPBERRY-KEY LIME VINAIGRETTE



Strawberry Spinach Salad W/Raspberry-Key Lime Vinaigrette image

Refreshing salad loaded with salad greens, strawberries, blood oranges, and dried cranberries. Lightly sweetened with a chopped pecan/brown sugar mixture and then drizzled with a delightful raspberry-key lime vinegarette dressing. Created for RSC #11. FYI...you can substitute mandarin oranges for the blood oranges and regular limes for the key limes. I have had good results with both substitutions.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Low Protein

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (6 ounce) bag Baby Spinach
1 (10 ounce) bag italian blend salad greens
2 cups strawberries, sliced
1 1/2 cups blood oranges, segmented and chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed key lime juice
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • To make the vinegarette drssing: Put raspberry preserves in a small bowl and cook in microwave at 50% power for 45 seconds or until preserves has liquified. Thoroughly mix all dressing ingredients in bowl with wire whisk. Set aside.
  • Put the spinach, salad greens, strawberries, blood oranges and cranberries in a large bowl and toss until ingredients are well blended. Mix the chopped pecans with the brown sugar. Sprinkle over the salad.
  • Whisk vinegarette again until well mixed. Drizzle the vinegarette over the salad. Use the quantity of vinegarette to your liking. Toss everything together until salad is evenly coated with the vinegarette dressing.

TURKEY SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY DRESSING



Turkey Spinach Salad with Cranberry-Raspberry Dressing image

A colorful way to keep celebrating, this dish works as an entree or a side salad. If you don't want to use macadamia nuts, try fried wonton strips.-Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (2/3 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
SALAD:
8 cups fresh spinach, torn
3 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced, divided
1 cup fresh raspberries, divided
1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 cups diced cooked turkey breast
3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the cranberry sauce, vinegar, jam and salt. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate until chilled., To serve, combine the spinach, half of the kiwi, 1/2 cup raspberries and cranberry sauce in a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup dressing; toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter. Arrange the turkey, macadamia nuts and remaining fruit over top; drizzle with remaining dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING



Spinach Salad with Raspberry Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon or honey mustard
2 teaspoons raspberry-flavored vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 cups baby spinach, washed well
4 mushrooms, sliced
4 strawberries, sliced
1/2 medium red onion, halved and sliced
Candied Almonds, recipe follows
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, mustard, vinegar, pepper, garlic salt, dried basil, sugar, and salt until dressing is well combined.
  • In another large bowl, combine the spinach, mushrooms, strawberries, and red onion. Add the dressing and toss well. Sprinkle with the Candied Almonds.
  • In a saute pan over medium heat, add the sugar and heat until it melts, about 6 minutes. Add the slivered almonds and cook until the sugar has caramelized, stirring constantly. Remove from the pan to a parchment lined sheet pan and cool. Once it has cooled, break into small pieces and set aside.

SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING



Spinach Salad With Raspberry Dressing image

My doctor told me I had to add a little more iron to my diet and since I am not crazy about eating more red meat I found this recipe on the Food Network Website. I love this salad. I add either pecans or walnuts to give it a little more crunch.

Provided by DebbiF

Categories     Strawberry

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard or 2 teaspoons honey mustard
2 teaspoons raspberry vinegar
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 cups Baby Spinach, washed well
4 mushrooms, sliced
4 strawberries, sliced
1/2 medium red onion, halved and sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, mustard, vinegar, pepper, garlic salt, dried basil, sugar, and salt until dressing is well combined.
  • In another large bowl, combine the spinach, mushrooms, strawberries, and red onion.
  • Add the dressing and toss well.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh raspberries, baby spinach, and crunchy walnuts add vibrant colors, flavors, and textures to this salad.
  • Choose a flavorful cheese: Goat cheese, feta, or blue cheese add a tangy and creamy element to the salad.
  • Make a homemade dressing: A simple vinaigrette dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard enhances the flavors of the salad.
  • Add some crunch: Toasted walnuts or almonds add a nice crunch to the salad.
  • Serve immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, as the spinach can wilt if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

The Raspberry Spinach Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and it is also a good source of protein and healthy fats. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table, and it is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.

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