Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing Recipe

This vibrant spinach salad is a delightful blend of fresh spinach, crisp celery, and hard-boiled eggs, tossed in a creamy garlic dressing. The capers add a briny kick, making it the perfect light yet satisfying lunch or side dish. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 391.1 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing

  • Spinach
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 large eggs, hard-boiled
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Cayenne
  • Dry Mustard
  • Vinegar
  • Tomatoes
  • Tabasco Sauce
  • Canola Oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic

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How to Make Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing

  1. **Prepare the Salad:** Hard-boil 2 large eggs. Once cooled, peel and chop them into quarters.
  2. **Wash and Prep Spinach:** Thoroughly wash 10 ounces of fresh spinach. Remove any thick stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  3. **Combine Salad Ingredients:** In a large bowl, combine the spinach, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and the chopped hard-boiled eggs. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. **Chill the Salad:** Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spinach to chill.
  5. **Make the Garlic Dressing:** In a blender or food processor, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
  6. **Blend the Dressing:** Blend until smooth and creamy. Add a tablespoon of water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  7. **Dress and Garnish:** Just before serving, pour the garlic dressing over the chilled spinach salad. Toss gently to coat. Garnish with 1 tablespoon of capers.
  8. **Serve:** Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

18g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing?

Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing?

Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing has approximately 391.1 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 61 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing?

The key ingredients for Spinach Salad With Garlic Dressing are Spinach, Onion, Celery, Eggs, Pepper, Capers. See the full list with measurements above.

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