Description

This Spinach Apple Walnut Salad with Pomegranate is a refreshing, nutrient-packed dish bursting with crisp baby spinach, juicy green apples, crunchy toasted walnuts, and sweet pomegranate seeds. Tossed in a simple light vinaigrette, it’s the perfect healthy salad for any season, from fall gatherings to holiday dinners!

Ingredients

5 cups fresh baby spinach
1 green apple, thinly sliced
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Place the baby spinach in a large salad bowl.
Add thinly sliced apples, toasted walnuts, and pomegranate seeds over the spinach.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
Gently toss everything together until well coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy fresh.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of crumbled feta or goat cheese.
Swap walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
To prevent apples from browning, toss slices in a little lemon juice before adding to the salad.
This salad is best dressed just before serving to maintain freshness and crunch.