Apple Feta Spinach Salad

5 from 6 votes

This Apple Feta Spinach Salad is crunchy, sweet and tangy with a homemade maple vinaigrette. It’s so simple to make and is always a crowd pleaser! I never end up with any left.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: 15 Minutes or Less

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 242kcal

Author: A H

Ingredients

5 ounces fresh spinach or spring greens mix
2 small apples cored and thinly sliced
¼ of a red onion thinly sliced (about ½ cup)
1/2 cup pecan halves toasted
⅔ cup feta crumbles
½ cup dried cranberries

For the Dressing:

2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 Tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
a generous pinch of salt and black pepper

Instructions

Optional: Let the red onion soak in an ice water bath for 10 minutes, then squeeze dry with paper towels. This will mellow out the sometimes harsh flavor of red onions.
1. In a large serving bowl add the spinach, thinly sliced apples, red onion, toasted pecans, feta cheese and cranberries.
2. To a mason jar with a tight fitting lid, add the vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Shake well to combine.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Notes

See above notes to prep salad up to 8 hours ahead of time.

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