Annie’s Scrumptious Maple Pecan Spinach Salad W-Maple Dressing

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1
Scrumptious Maple Pecan Spinach Salad with Maple Dressing
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Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package baby spinach leaves ( very fresh )
1 red onions ( chopped ) or 1 other mild sweet onion ( chopped )
1 jicama , cut into match sticks ( let sit in ice water awhile , to crisp )
1 sweet red pepper ( chopped )
3/4 cup carrot , cut into matchsticks
1 cup cherry tomatoes , cut into halves ( preferably vine ripened )
1 cup toasted pecans ( whole or chopped )
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup rice vinegar ( I use brown rice vinegar )
1 cup canola oil ( other mild flavored vegetable oil OK )
1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
395
Sugar
25g
Fat
31g
Annie's Scrumptious Maple Pecan Spinach Salad is an easy-to-make and healthy meal. The combination of baby spinach leaves, fresh cherry tomatoes, and matchstick-cut jicama is a unique and flavorful blend that offers a crunchy texture. The pecans add a nice crunch and nutty flavor to the dish. The maple dressing brings a sweet and tangy taste to the salad that is sure to please everyone. This salad can be used as a side dish or as a light meal on its own, making it a versatile and nutritious choice.

Instructions

1.Start by whisking together the rice vinegar, maple syrup, ground mustard, and salt.
2.Slowly add the canola oil while whisking the mixture until it reaches a thick consistency.
3.Take a large mixing bowl, add the baby spinach leaves, chopped onion, jicama, chopped sweet red pepper, chopped cherry tomatoes, and match-stick cut carrots.
4.Mix well to combine everything together.
5.Add the pecans and pour over the dressing, mix well together.
6.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This salad is packed with healthy ingredients such as fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, jicama, and sweet red pepper.

The maple dressing is sweet, tangy, and complement the salad’s flavors well.

It is a perfect side dish for any meal or as a light lunch or dinner option.

CONS

The pecans are high in calories and fat, so portion control is recommended.

Some people may not enjoy the sweetness of the dressing, and it can be adjusted by reducing the maple syrup quantity.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is full of beneficial nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K.
The spinach leaves help in digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties, while the jicama is low in calories and high in fiber.
The maple syrup used in the dressing has antioxidants that help combat inflammation and other health issues.

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