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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Colorful Spinach Salad Recipe

 

Colorful Spinach Salad Recipe




Complete the meal with Colorful Spinach Salad, a refreshing medley that says "springtime" with each bite. Bagged spinach from the produce section hurries along the preparation of the salad that's topped with crunchy radishes, pretty slices of yellow summer squash and sweet chewy raising. Dress it with a simple homemade balsamic vinaigrette or choose your favorite bottled dressing for even quicker results.

This recipe is:

Quick





    * 6 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

    * 4 cups fresh baby spinach
    * 3/4 cup sliced radishes
    * 1/2 cup sliced yellow summer squash
    * 1/2 cup raisins
    * 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    * 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    * 1/8 teaspoon salt
    * 1/8 teaspoon pepper
    * 3 tablespoons Crisco® Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions

    * In a large bowl, toss the spinach, radishes, yellow squash and raisins. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil. Serve with salad. Yield: 6 servings.


Colorful Spinach Salad published in Quick Cooking March/April 2005, p17





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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Strawberry Spinach Salad- 6

 

Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe



Puree some leftover strawberries, add a little oil and white wine vinegar and you'll have strawberry vinaigrette. Some grocery stores do carry strawberry vinaigrette, which can be used in place of raspberry vinaigrette.

This recipe is:

Quick







    * 6 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

    * 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
    * 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
    * 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
    * 1/3 cup real bacon bits
    * 1/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette

Directions

    * In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, mushrooms and bacon. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Analysis: 1-1/4 cups equals 113 calories, 8 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 348 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein.


Strawberry Spinach Salad published in Weeknight Cooking Made Easy Annual 2005, p280






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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Spinach Salad Dressing Recipe

 

Spinach Salad Dressing Recipe


This special dressing works on any salad and has just the right sweet-and-sour taste to dress up a lunch salad.—Cindy Harnish, Wexford, Pennsylvania

This recipe is:

Healthy

Quick






    * 10 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 5 min.

Ingredients

    * 2/3 cup sugar
    * 1/3 cup cider vinegar
    * 1/3 cup canola oil
    * 1 small onion, finely chopped
    * 4 teaspoons prepared mustard
    * 1 teaspoon salt
    * 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
    * Fresh spinach leaves

Directions

    * Combine the first seven ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Serve over fresh spinach. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator. Yield: 1-1/3 cups.

Lighter version: Makeover Spinach Salad Dressing

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (2 tablespoons dressing, calculated without spinach) equals 118 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 260 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, trace protein.


Spinach Salad Dressing published in Light & Tasty June/July 2004, p22







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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Apple Spinach Salad

 

Apple Spinach Salad Recipe


This is an eye-catching addition to the table because the red apple contrasts nicely with the green spinach. The versatile dressing would taste great with any salad greens and toppings.

This recipe is:

Quick






    * 4 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Ingredients

    * 1/3 cup mayonnaise
    * 4 teaspoons white vinegar
    * 4 to 5 teaspoons sugar
    * 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
    * 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
    * 4 cups torn fresh spinach
    * 1 small unpeeled red apple, sliced

Directions

    * In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, celery salt and pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes; whisk until sugar is dissolved.
    * In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach and apple. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat. Yield: 4 servings.


Apple Spinach Salad published in Taste of Home Meals in Minutes Calendar Annual 2002, p9







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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Strawberry Spinach Salad

 

Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe



My mom gave me this recipe. I make it often when strawberries are in season. The combination of green and fruit surprises people. The clincher is the dressing—a hit every time I prepare it.—Pat Brune, Ridgecrest, California

This recipe is:

Quick






    * 6-8 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

    * 3 tablespoons lemon juice
    * 1/4 cup sugar
    * 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
    * 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach
    * 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Directions

    * Place the lemon juice and sugar in a blender. With blender running, add oil in a slow steady stream; process until slightly thickened. Just before serving, combine spinach and strawberries in a large salad bowl or individual bowls or plates; drizzle with dressing. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 136 calories, 10 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 29 mg sodium, 11 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 1 g protein.



Strawberry Spinach Salad published in Country Woman May/June 1998, p35






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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Speedy Spinach Salad Recipe

 

Speedy Spinach Salad Recipe



I created this recipe to make the most of the fresh spinach from our garden. I like using crushed crackers in place of croutons, but our can also top this salad with whatever fresh vegetables you have on hand.—Tina Lust, Nevada, Ohio

This recipe is:

Quick






    * 4 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

    * 4 cups torn fresh spinach
    * 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    * 1/2 cup coarsely crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 8)
    * Ranch salad dressing or dressing of your choice

Directions

    * Place spinach in a salad bowl; top with cheese and crackers. Serve with dressing. Yield: 4 servings.



Speedy Spinach Salad published in Quick Cooking November/December 2003, p7







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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Sweet Spinach Salad Recipe

 

Sweet Spinach Salad Recipe


This salad features a tangy dressing sweetened with honey. It's a snap to stir up and drizzle over fresh spinach and green onions.—Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

This recipe is:

Quick






    * 6 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

    * 3/4 cup French salad dressing
    * 2 tablespoons honey
    * 2 tablespoons orange juice
    * 3/4 teaspoon paprika
    * 6 cups torn fresh spinach
    * 3/4 cup sliced green onion

Directions

    * In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine salad dressing, honey, orange juice and paprika; shake well. Place the spinach and onions in a large bowl or divide among individual plates or bowls; drizzle with dressing. Yield: 6 servings.


Nutritional Analysis: One serving with 2 tablespoons of dressing (prepared with fat-free French dressing) equals 81 calories, 347 mg sodium, 0 cholesterol, 21 gm carbohydrate, 2 gm protein, trace fat. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fruit.


Sweet Spinach Salad published in Quick Cooking September/October 1998, p20






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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Spinach Salad Recipe- 3

 

Spinach Salad Recipe



Another innovative recipe that looks great and taste the same, from my sparse kitchen. Pair with Gallo® Family Vineyards Pinot Grigio.—Taste of Home Cooking School

This recipe is:

Quick





    * 6-8 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

    * 2 cups torn spinach leaves
    * 4 large fresh mushrooms, sliced
    * 2 teaspoons grated onion
    * 1 teaspoon salt
    * 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    * 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    * 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
    * 1/2 cup vegetable oil
    * 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
    * 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

    * In a large salad bowl, combine spinach and mushrooms; set aside. For dressing, combine onion, salt, pepper and mustard in a bowl. Whisk in vinegar until well combined. Gradually whisk in oil, beating until thick. Stir in lemon juice.
    * Pour dressing over spinach and toss well to coat. Sprinkle bacon over spinach and toss. Serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings.


Spinach Salad published in Taste of Home Cooking School Collection Fall 2009, p50






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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Spinach Salad Recipe

 

Spinach Salad Recipe


This healthy, leafy salad is accented with bacon, hard-cooked eggs, bean sprouts, water chestnuts and an easy homemade dressing. It was a hit when I served it at the National Spinach Conference last year.

This recipe is:

Quick





    * 12 Servings
    * Prep\Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

    * 1/3 cup sugar
    * 1/3 cup white vinegar
    * 1/3 cup ketchup
    * 1/3 cup canola oil
    * 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    *

      SALAD:
    * 1 pound fresh baby spinach
    * 1 can (14 ounces) canned bean sprouts, drained
    * 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
    * 2 medium onions, sliced
    * 2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
    * 1/4 cup real bacon bits

Directions

    * In a bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, ketchup, oil and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
    * In a large bowl, combine the spinach, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, onions and eggs. Just before serving, whisk the dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon. Yield: 12 servings.


Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (2 cups) equals 136 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 37 mg cholesterol, 218 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein.


Spinach Salad published in  Country Woman  July/August 2006





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{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Spinach Salad Recipe

 

Spinach Salad Recipe



his salad is an excellent way to get your family to eat spinach. Luckily, there rarely is any leftover since it doesn't stay crisp.

This recipe is:

Contest Winning

Quick






    * 8 Servings
    * Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

    *


      DRESSING:
    * 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    * 1/2 cup canola oil
    * 1/3 cup cider vinegar
    * 1/3 cup ketchup
    * 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    *

      SALAD:
    * 2 quarts fresh spinach leaves, torn
    * 1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained
    * 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
    * 4 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and diced
    * 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
    * 1 small onion, thinly sliced

Directions

    * In a bottle or jar, combine all dressing ingredients. Shake well to mix. Set aside.
    * In a large salad bowl, toss all salad ingredients. Just before serving, drizzle salad dressing over salad and toss. Yield: 8 servings.


Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 282 calories, 19 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 110 mg cholesterol, 291 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 7 g protein.


Spinach Salad published in Country February/March 1992, p47









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