Spinach and Citrus Salad With Berry Vinaigrette

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 0
Healthy and fresh spinach and citrus salad with berry vinaigrette dressing
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Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh blackberries ( or frozen and thawed )
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons flax seed oil
8 cups baby spinach leaves
1 red grapefruit , peeled and segmented
1 red onion , thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts ( for a nut free version use sunflower seeds or omit ) or 3 tablespoons almonds ( for a nut free version use sunflower seeds or omit )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
168
Sugar
8g
Fat
14g
This spinach and citrus salad with berry vinaigrette is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a warm summer day. The combination of fresh baby spinach, juicy grapefruit, and tangy red onion is complimented perfectly by the sweet and tart berry vinaigrette dressing. The addition of sliced mushrooms and chopped walnuts adds a nice texture and crunch to the salad, making it a satisfying and filling meal option. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch or dinner option, or just a tasty and refreshing side dish, this spinach and citrus salad is sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together the blackberries, orange juice, red wine vinegar, and flaxseed oil to make the berry vinaigrette dressing.
2.In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, grapefruit segments, sliced red onion, sliced mushrooms, and chopped walnuts.
3.Drizzle the berry vinaigrette dressing over the salad, tossing gently to combine.
4.Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

This salad is packed with healthy fruits and vegetables, and the berry vinaigrette is a delicious and nutritious alternative to store-bought dressings.

The salad is also quick and easy to make, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner option.

CONS

The walnuts in this salad contain a high amount of fat, so those who are watching their fat intake should substitute with sunflower seeds or omit them altogether.

Some may find the taste of grapefruit to be too bitter for their liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of vitamins and antioxidants, including vitamins A and C and folate.
The flaxseed oil used to make the berry vinaigrette dressing contains heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and the blackberries are packed with fiber to help regulate digestion.

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