By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 4
329 cal · 20 min
Wilted Spinach Salad With Warm Feta Dressing
Recipe GLPR11242b40266947
A vibrant Greek-inspired salad featuring tender fresh spinach gently wilted by a warm, creamy feta and olive oil dressing infused with sherry vinegar. Caramelized red onion wedges add a sweet, savory depth to this simple yet elegant dish.
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Ingredients
9 ounces Fresh spinach leaves
5 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
1 medium Medium red onion, halved and cut into 1/3-inch-thick wedges
7 ounces Feta cheese, coarsely crumbled
2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Directions
Pour the fresh spinach leaves into a large bowl and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy, large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
Add the red onion wedges to the hot oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer the caramelized onion to the bowl with the spinach.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the crumbled feta cheese to the warm pan.
Stir gently for about 1 minute to slightly soften and warm the cheese, creating a creamy mixture.
Stir in the sherry wine vinegar and season the warm dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
Pour the warm feta dressing over the spinach and onion in the bowl, then toss gently to coat the greens evenly and allow them to wilt slightly from the warmth of the dressing. Serve immediately.
Comments
Every ingredient is stocked at any major Charlotte grocer—spinach, red onion, and feta are standards at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Kroger, and Walmart. The 20-minute claim is honest; there's minimal prep beyond chopping the onion and heating the dressing. Cost per serving lands around $1.50 to $2.00, driven mainly by feta, which is still reasonable for a side or light lunch. The warm dressing wilts fresh spinach into something tender and rich without fussiness, though this is strictly a same-night dish—wilted greens don't reheat well, so plan accordingly for leftovers.
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