Best 4 Spinach Apple Salad With Maple Cider Vinaigrette Recipes

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Spinach apple salad with maple cider vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful combination of spinach, crisp apples, toasted pecans, and crumbled bacon. Drizzled with a sweet-tart maple cider vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty side dish, this salad is sure to please. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, it's a great way to enjoy the sweet flavors of apple paired with the slightly bitter taste of spinach.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED APPLE SALAD WITH SPICY MAPLE-CIDER VINAIGRETTE



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We bought loads of apples and needed to use them. To help the flavors come alive, I roasted the apples and tossed them with a sweet dressing. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 medium Fuji, Gala or other firm apples, quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
4 pitted dates, quartered
1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place apples in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Roast 20-30 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Cool completely., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad greens and dates. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat., Divide mixture among 8 plates. Top with goat cheese and roasted apples; sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH-APPLE SALAD WITH MAPLE-CIDER VINAIGRETTE



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This is from Southern Living Magazine. It looks delicious, but I haven't tried it yet. The captian says "This salad is make ahead, great for casual or fancy parties, and easy to tote to a neighborhood get-together".

Provided by Mrs. Hughes

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 ounces pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup olive oil
10 ounces fresh Baby Spinach, thoroughly washed
1 gala apples, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare pecans: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Toss pecans in butter.
  • Stir together sugar and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; add pecans, tossing to coat.
  • Spread in a single layer in a nonstick aluminum foil-lined pan.
  • Bake 10 to 13 minutes or unitl lightly browned and toasted.
  • Cool in pan on a wire rack 20 minutes; separate pecans with a fork.
  • Prepare Vinaigrette: Whisk together cider vinegar and next 4 ingredients.
  • Gradually whisk in oil until well blended.
  • Prepare Salad: Combine spinach and next 3 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Drizzle with desired amount of Maple-Cider Vinaigrette; toss to coat.
  • sprinkle with pecans. Serve salad with any remaining vinaigrette.
  • Note: Pecans may be made up to 1 week ahead. Store in an airtight container. Vinaigrette may be made up to 3 days ahead. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.2, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 18.8, Sodium 226.1, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 11.3, Protein 6.3

SPINACH SALAD WITH MAPLE-DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Spinach Salad With Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chemaine

Categories     Spinach

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup maple syrup
3 tablespoons shallots (minced)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, country style
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1/2 cup red onion, vertically sliced
1/2 cup braeburn apple, chopped
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
10 ounces spinach, fresh

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  • Add mushrooms and remaining ingredients; toss well to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.7, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.7, Sodium 218.4, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 7.6, Protein 2.9

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.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use a sweeter variety of apples, such as Honeycrisp or Gala. For a tarter salad, use a tarter variety of apples, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and salad ingredients separately and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, toss the salad ingredients with the dressing.
  • This salad is also delicious with other types of nuts, such as walnuts or pecans.
  • If you don't have maple syrup, you can substitute honey or agave nectar.
  • To make a vegan version of this salad, use a plant-based milk instead of cow's milk.

Conclusion:

Spinach Apple Salad with Maple Cider Vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and is also a good source of fiber. The maple cider vinaigrette adds a delicious sweet and tangy flavor to the salad. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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