Baby Spinach Salad With Creamy Dijon Dressing Recipe

Lighten up your lunch or dinner with this vibrant Baby Spinach Salad! This incredibly easy recipe, found originally on health.com, is ready in just 15 minutes and features a creamy Dijon dressing that perfectly complements the fresh spinach. A healthy and delicious meal prep option, perfect for busy weeknights.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 108 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
Baby Spinach Salad With Creamy Dijon Dressing

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Baby Spinach Salad With Creamy Dijon Dressing

  • Plain Low Fat Yogurt
  • Fat Free Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • Cider Vinegar
  • Sugar
  • Kosher Salt
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 5 oz baby spinach
  • Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • Avocado

How to Make Baby Spinach Salad With Creamy Dijon Dressing

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry 5 oz of baby spinach leaves. Place in a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Thinly slice 1/2 cup red onion and add to the spinach.
  4. Add 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese to the spinach.
  5. Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  6. Pour the creamy Dijon dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

5g

Carbs

3g