Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing Recipe

Inspired by a generous gift of lychees, this vibrant salad is a taste sensation! Sweet, juicy lychees and ripe mangoes create a refreshing dressing that's both light and decadent. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a sophisticated appetizer, this salad is a must-try. Fresh lychees are a game-changer – their unique sweetness adds an unexpected twist to this simple yet elegant dish. Plus, the leftover dressing makes a fantastic cold soup! Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 263.1 kcal
Protein 8g
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How to Make Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing

  1. Gently toss 5 oz of spinach with 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion.
  2. Arrange the spinach on a plate. Place 4-5 peeled lychees in the center.
  3. Arrange 6-8 mango slices (about 1/2 a medium mango) in a circle around the lychees.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cashews over the salad.
  5. In a blender, combine: 1 cup peeled and seeded lychees, the remaining mango (about 1/2 a medium mango), 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger.
  6. Blend until completely smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  7. Drizzle the dressing generously over the salad.
  8. Refrigerate the remaining dressing for later use as a cold soup or for another salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

13g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing?

Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing?

Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing has approximately 263.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing?

The key ingredients for Theresa's Spinach Salad With Lychee Mango Dressing are Baby Spinach Leaves, Sweet Onions, Lychees, Fresh Lime Juice, Candied Ginger, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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