Apple, White Cheddar, and Spinach Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette
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4.7
Apple, White Cheddar, and Spinach Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Description
Apple, White Cheddar, and Spinach Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette features fresh spinach mixed with thinly sliced apples, aged white cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds. The vinaigrette blends olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, and mustard, creating a sweet and tangy dressing that complements the mild flavors of the salad ingredients. The apples add a crisp texture and subtle sweetness, while the cheddar adds a savory, creamy element. Tossing the dressing with the salad brings the flavors together for an enjoyable balance. This salad works well as a light meal or a side dish during lunch or dinner.
The method is straightforward: all salad ingredients are assembled together, and the vinaigrette is freshly shaken to combine all dressing ingredients. The vinaigrette can be adjusted to taste before drizzling over the salad to preserve the brightness of the fresh components. Serve immediately after mixing for best texture and flavor.
Extra vinaigrette can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it convenient for quick dressings on other salads or dishes.
Ingredients
Salad
- spinach about 6 cups, fresh
- 1 apple cored and sliced very thin (try Envy, Gala, Fuji, or similar, large
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated, aged, white
- ½ cup dried cranberries I use Trader Joe’s; plain dried cranberries may be substituted, orange-flavored
- ½ cup almond slices Fisher Natural brand
Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons mustard I like either dijon or honey mustard
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
For the Salad:
- To a large bowl or platter, add all ingredients in the order listed; set aside.
For the Vinaigrette:
- In a small glass jar or container with a lid, add all ingredients, put the lid on and shake vigorously until combined; taste vinaigrette and tweak as necessary to taste.
- Drizzle over salad, toss to combine, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover vinaigrette in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to one week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 750 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 750kcal | 38% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 30g | 176% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 1327mg | 55% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 53g | 106% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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