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Apple Spinach Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Apple Spinach Salad, perfect for a light lunch or side dish! This recipe features a zesty honey-lime dressing and is incredibly easy to make in just 10 minutes. Pairs perfectly with a slice of gluten-free honey bread (recipe not included). Get ready for a burst of flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 164 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Spinach Salad

  • 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 10 ounces fresh baby spinach
  • 1 red delicious apple, cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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How to Make Apple Spinach Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced red onion, washed and dried baby spinach, and thinly sliced apple.
  2. Gently toss the spinach, apple, and onion to combine.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, orange juice, honey, and black pepper until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
  4. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad.
  5. Toss gently to coat the salad evenly with the dressing.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy! Pairs perfectly with a slice of gluten-free honey bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

132g

Fat

0g

Carbs

14g

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