Spinach Apple Walnut Salad

spinach walnut salad with apple and cranberry.

5 from 10 votes

Experience a fusion of flavors with our refreshing take on the classic Spinach Walnut Salad, elevated with crunchy apple slices and tangy cranberries. Discover the joy and benefits of plant-based dining with this nutrition-packed, seasonal dish.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American, Healthy, Holidays

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: spinach salad, walnut and spinach salad

Season: Spring Recipes, Summer Recipes, Year Round

Diet: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Nut-Free, Refined Sugar-Free, Soy-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Method: No bake

Ingredient Group: Fruit, Dried Fruit & Nuts

Servings: tablespoons (8.5 oz)

Calories: 17kcal

Author: Gustavo De Obaldia

Equipment

Vitamix Blender (affiliate link)
Ceramic knives (affiliate link)
Bowl (affiliate link)

Ingredients

3.5 ounces walnuts
7 ounces baby spinach
1 ounce cranberries
3 ounces spring greens
1 carrot
1 apple pink lady, or fuji
4 tablespoons raspberry vinaigrette

Cups - Metric

Instructions

Toast walnuts for 3-5 minutes on medium heat in a skillet.
Core and thinly slice apple.
Peel and shred carrots.
Assemble the salad, starting with the greens and topping it with cranberries, toasted walnuts, and salad dressing.

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Notes

If you don't use the blueberry vinaigrette, you can opt for a mix f extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

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