Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta

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Refreshing Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta takes only 5 minutes to prepare. It's healthy, delicious and perfect for a quick side dish or a simple meal for lunch or dinner.

Spinach with apples, pecans and feta in a bowl and served with extra apple slices aside.
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Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta Recipe

Spinach salad with apples, pecans, and feta is a refreshing and healthy dish that combines the sweetness of apples with the savory flavor of feta cheese and the crunchiness of pecans.

This baby spinach salad serves a balanced flavor with the sweetness of tart apples and a creamy and salty taste from the feta cheese. Top the salad with additional crunchy pecans, is absolutely flavourful and utterly delicious.

The salad is served perfectly on its own and also goes great with a main dish, such as Chili Lime Grilled Chicken, Garlic Chive Butter Grilled Steak, and Grilled Pork Chops.


Why This Recipe Works

A bowl of spinach salad mixed baby spinach, chopped pecans, apple slices and feta cheese crumbles.

This salad is easy to prepare and requires only a few ingredients. The vinaigrette dressing can be made in advance. Store the dressing in the refrigerator and toss it with the salad right before serving to save more time.

It’s also a healthy and nutritious recipe for any time during the day. Spinach is a nutrient-rich leafy green that is high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Apples and pecans are also packed with nutrients and provide a good source of fiber.

This beautiful green salad is absolutely appetizing and eye-catching. The combination of green spinach leaves, red apple slices, and white feta cheese makes this salad visually appealing and attractive. It’s a great side dish to serve for a dinner party or a family gathering.


Recipe Ingredients

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Healthy, homemade spinach salad with apples, pecans and feta recipe calls for a few ingredients below:

The ultimate vinaigrette dressing is made with six ingredients:

  • Olive oil
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Honey
  • Salt
  • Ground black pepper

The salad goes with the following:

  • Baby spinach
  • Apple – You may use any fresh, crisp, and tart apple for this recipe, such as Granny Smith, Fuji, or Honeycrisp.
  • Feta cheese – Feta cheese substitutions will be goat cheese or blue cheese if you prefer. Just make sure to adjust the amount of salt in the dressing accordingly.
  • Toasted pecans – You can toast the pecans in a dry pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until they become fragrant and golden brown. You can also toast them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients.


How To Make Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta

This easy and quick spinach salad with apples, pecans, and feta starts with the dressing by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and ground black pepper.

Next, add baby spinach, apple slices, and feta cheese to a bowl and toss them all together with the vinaigrette dressing. Finish it with extra feta crumbles and toasted pecans on top for serving.


Cooking Tips

  • Use fresh ingredients, such as green baby spinach and crispy tart apples. 
  • Toast the pecans before adding them to the salad will enhance a nutty flavor and give them a nice crunch. 
  • Choose a good-quality feta cheese that is creamy, tangy, and crumbly. This will add a deep creaminess and saltiness to the salad. 
  • Toss the salad with the dressing right before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make the salad in advance?

You can prepare the ingredients in advance, but it’s best to toss the salad with the dressing just before serving to prevent the spinach from becoming soggy.


How do I store leftover salad?

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving.

How many calories per serving?

This recipe has 290 calories per serving.

Close up on crisp apple slices over spinach salad and vinaigrette dressing drizzled on top.

What To Serve With Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta

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5 from 2 votes

Spinach Salad With Apples, Pecans And Feta

Refreshing Spinach salad with apples, pecans and feta takes only 5 minutes to prepare. It's healthy, delicious, and perfect for a quick side dish or a simple meal for lunch or dinner.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
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Ingredients  

Vinaigrette Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Salad

  • 5 ounces (150 grams) 1 bag of baby spinach
  • 1 large tart apple, sliced
  • 4 ounces (125 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Instructions 

  • Prepare the salad dressing by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the spinach, apple slices, feta cheese, and pecans. Add the vinaigrette dressing and toss well with a spoon. Serve immediately, topped with additional feta cheese and pecans.

Notes

Recipe Adapted from: The Kitchn
  • Use fresh ingredients, such as green baby spinach and crispy tart apples. 
  • Toast the pecans before adding them to the salad will enhance a nutty flavor and give them a nice crunch. 
  • Choose a good-quality feta cheese that is creamy, tangy, and crumbly. This will add a deep creaminess and saltiness to the salad. 
  • Toss the salad with the dressing right before serving to prevent the salad from becoming soggy. 

Nutrition

Serving: 4people, Calories: 290kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 26g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 511mg, Potassium: 324mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 3475IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 188mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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4 Comments

  1. janet says:

    5 stars
    Delicious salad. I’ve been doing similar salads for years, but the spectacular dressing is new to me. I often make this with different fruit, frequently strawberries, blueberries, sliced peaches. The common elements for me are spinach, fruit, feta, and nuts (glazed pecans if I can get them). Toasted hazelnuts or slivered almonds can work in a pinch.

    1. Bee Yinn Low says:

      Hi Janet, thanks for your sweet comment and rating!

  2. Mike says:

    5 stars
    You might want to check those “walnuts”, I believe they came from a “Pecan” tree.

    1. Rasa Malaysia says:

      Oops! Guilty as charged. Will amend the photos soon. But hey, pecans make a worthy alternative to walnuts in this recipe. Thanks, Mike.