Serves 3
15 min
Spinach and Apple Noodle Salad with Pecans and Cranberries
Recipe GLPR6ac58578137a76
A fresh, vibrant salad combining tender baby spinach with crisp apple noodles, crunchy pecans, and tart dried cranberries. The salad is dressed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette sweetened with honey and sharpened with Dijon mustard, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that works beautifully as a side dish, appetizer, or light snack.
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Ingredients
3 apples, spiralized or julienned into noodle-like strands
5 cups baby spinach
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon ground Dijon mustard
1/3 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, and honey until the dressing is smooth and well emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to your preference. Set the dressing aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the spiralized apple noodles, baby spinach, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure every component is evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy.
