Spinach Salad With Festive Yumminess Recipe

Wow your guests with this vibrant and flavorful Spinach Salad! Perfect as a festive side dish for any holiday gathering or potluck, this recipe features tender baby spinach, sweet corn, juicy peas, and tart cranberries. A creamy, subtly sweet and spicy dressing ties it all together, while candied pecans and wasabi peas add a delightful crunch and unexpected kick. Easy to prepare ahead, simply toss with the dressing right before serving for ultimate freshness. This show-stopping salad is presented beautifully in a trifle bowl – guaranteed to impress!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 148.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spinach Salad With Festive Yumminess

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How to Make Spinach Salad With Festive Yumminess

  1. In a large trifle bowl, layer 5 oz (140g) baby spinach, 1 cup (140g) fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels, ½ cup (80g) frozen peas, and ½ cup (70g) dried cranberries.
  2. In a blender, combine ½ cup (120ml) mayonnaise, ¼ cup (60ml) plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more maple syrup for sweetness, or ginger and pepper for spice.
  4. In a small, hot pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add ½ cup (60g) pecan halves and ¼ cup (30g) wasabi peas. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the nuts are fragrant and slightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
  5. Just before serving, gently toss the salad with the creamy dressing. Top generously with the candied pecans and wasabi peas. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

14g

Carbs

3g

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